Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Pineapple and Jalapeno Chilies

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Sautéed Chicken Breasts with Pineapple and Jalapeño Chilies. Juicy, golden-brown chicken breasts are paired with a zesty pineapple-jalapeño sauce, combining the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavors. Enhanced with hints of honey, lime juice, and fresh cilantro, this dish brings a tropical flair to your table while remaining quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes. With tender red bell pepper and a touch of garlic, this one-skillet chicken recipe is both wholesome and bursting with bold, fresh ingredients. Serve it over rice, quinoa, or alongside a crisp green salad for an unforgettable, restaurant-quality meal at home!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 cups unsweetened pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
• 2 pieces jalapeno chilies (sliced, seeds removed for less heat)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced red bell pepper and sliced jalapeno chilies to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 6

Stir in the pineapple chunks, honey, and lime juice. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to combine flavors, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the pineapple and vegetables. Spoon some of the pan sauce over the chicken.

Step 8

Cook for another 3-4 minutes to allow the chicken to reheat and soak up the flavors.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the dish.

Step 10

Serve the sauteed chicken breasts with the pineapple and jalapeno mixture on top. Pair with white rice, quinoa, or a green salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1323.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1717.2

Total Fat 54.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 591.6mg	0%
Sodium 2892.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 60.2g
Protein 220.4g	0%

Vitamin D 90.5IU	0%
Calcium 162.0mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2663.2mg	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: 28.8%

Protein: 52.0%

Carbs: 19.2%