Pollo De Pina

Bursting with tropical flair, Pollo de Piña is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a taste of the islands to your dinner table. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are paired with sweet, caramelized pineapple chunks, crisp bell peppers, and red onion, all simmered in a luscious honey-soy-lime glaze. This one-skillet wonder is as quick to prepare as it is delicious, with just 15 minutes of prep time and a total cook time of 25 minutes. Serve it over fluffy white or nutty brown rice, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a refreshing touch. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining, this sweet-and-savory recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. Keywords: Pollo de Piña recipe, pineapple chicken, tropical chicken dish, one-skillet meals, sweet and savory chicken recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 cups Fresh pineapple (cubed) or canned pineapple chunks (drained)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pieces Bell peppers, sliced (any color)
• 1 medium Red onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
• 4 cups Cooked white or brown rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Prepare the chicken by seasoning both sides with paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic, sliced bell peppers, and red onion for 3-4 minutes, or until softened.

Step 4

Add the pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, letting the pineapple caramelize slightly.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, honey, and lime juice. Pour this mixture into the skillet, stirring to coat the vegetables and pineapple evenly.

Step 6

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables and pineapple. Reduce the heat to low and let everything simmer together for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve the Pollo De Piña warm over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2571.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2966.2

Total Fat 55.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.9g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 4627.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.6g	0%
Total Sugars 101.3g
Protein 248.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 299.6mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 1992.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.0%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 49.2%