Best 9 Grilled Pineapple Chimichurri Chicken Recipes

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Grilled pineapple chimichurri chicken is a delicious and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The sweet and tangy pineapple pairs perfectly with the savory chicken and the chimichurri sauce adds a pop of flavor. This dish is easy to make and can be grilled or baked.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST AND PINEAPPLE



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I have been on the lookout for a recipe that I could make myself. Infusing pineapple with teriyaki was delicious! It is the perfect amount of sweet and salty and the longer you let your chicken marinate, the more delicious it becomes! This grilled recipe is now a staple at our house - everyone loves it. Serve with peas, rice, or salad.

Provided by Samsul786

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 4h25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 pineapple rings
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons pineapple juice
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
½ teaspoon sesame oil
1 clove garlic, minced

Steps:

  • Combine chicken, pineapple rings, soy sauce, lime juice, pineapple juice, honey, ketchup, ginger, sesame oil, and garlic in a large resealable plastic bag. Marinate for 4 hours, up to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill until browned and no longer pink in the center, flipping as needed, about 15 minutes. Add pineapple rings to the grill during the last 5 minutes of cooking time. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the chicken should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.1 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 863.3 mg, Sugar 25.1 g

GRILLED CUMIN CHICKEN WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



Grilled Cumin Chicken with Chimichurri Sauce image

This Grilled Chimichurri Chicken is first rubbed in an earthy cumin spice blend before being grilled to perfection and topped with a fresh chimichurri sauce.

Provided by Jaclyn

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp salt, (or to taste)
1 1/2 cups (38g) packed fresh parsley*
1/2 cups (16g) packed fresh cilantro
3 Tbsp (5g) packed fresh oregano
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes ((optional))
3/4 cup olive oil ((I like a blend of half regular half extra-virgin))
5 (6 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • For the chimichurri sauce: Add red onion, garlic, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and salt to a food processor. Pulse, stopping and scraping down sides occasionally, until finely minced.
  • Add in parsley, cilantro, oregano and red pepper flakes, then pour in olive oil while pulsing several times until herb leaves are finely minced**. Transfer to a bowl, cover and chill until ready to serve.
  • For the chicken: Preheat a grill to 425 degrees over medium-high heat. In small mixing bowl whisk together cumin, coriander, salt and pepper.
  • Pound chicken to an even thickness using the flat side of a meat mallet then brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle and rub both sides evenly with cumin mixture.
  • Transfer to clean grill grates and grill until center of chicken registers 165 on an instant read thermometer, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Serve warm with chimichurri sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 522 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 36 g, Fat 39 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 108 mg, Sodium 1138 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED PINEAPPLE CHIMICHURRI CHICKEN



Grilled Pineapple Chimichurri Chicken image

I put a Hawaiian twist to classic chimichurri thanks to pineapple and macadamia nuts. For a spicier version, substitute red serrano pepper for the bell pepper. -Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 small sweet red pepper, stemmed and seeded
2 slices fresh pineapple (1/2-inch)
2/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2/3 cup parsley sprigs (stems removed)
4 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup island teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
Hot cooked couscous, optional
2 green onions, sliced
1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Place pepper and pineapple on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until lightly browned, 3-4 minutes per side., For chimichurri, place cilantro, parsley and lime juice in a food processor; pulse until herbs are finely chopped. Continue processing while slowly adding oil. Chop grilled pepper and pineapple; stir into herb mixture., Mix teriyaki sauce and ginger. Place chicken on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side. Brush with some of the teriyaki mixture during the last 4 minutes., Brush chicken with remaining teriyaki mixture before serving. If desired, serve with couscous. Top with chimichurri, green onions and macadamia nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 686mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

PINEAPPLE GRILLED CHICKEN RECIPE



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This chicken is so juicy and the marinade only has a few simple ingredients that you probably have on hand!

Provided by Contributor

Categories     Main Course

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup lemon lime soda
20 ounces crushed pineapple (do not drain)
⅓ cup soy sauce
½ cup brown sugar
8 boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine soda, pineapple, soy sauce and brown sugar. Mix until sugar dissolves.
  • Add chicken to marinade.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove chicken from fridge and preheat grill to medium high heat.
  • Grill the chicken for a couple of minutes on each side, until the chicken is no longer pink and reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 403 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 27 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HAWAIIAN GRILLED CHICKEN AND PINEAPPLE



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This is so yummy and really hits the spot especially in the summer months when it is warm and dinner outside is the answer! Time does not include marinading time.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup soy sauce
1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
6 cups cooked rice
6 pineapple rings (or more)

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, pineapple juice, oil, brown sugar, garlic powder, ginger, dry mustard and pepper in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Let cool.
  • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  • Reserving 1/4-1/2 c of sauce, pour remaining sauce over chicken breasts in a shallow glass dish or ziploc bag.
  • Cover or seal and marinate at least 2 to 3 hours, or overnight, turning occasionally.
  • Grill over medium heat approximately 6 minutes per side, basting with reserved marinade. Grill until done.
  • When you turn chicken, if desired, dip pineapple rings in marinade- grill the pineapple sliced turning once.
  • Top chicken with pineapple and serve over rice.
  • Serves 6.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.7, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 2822.1, Carbohydrate 78.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 17.8, Protein 35.5

GRILLED CHIMICHURRI CHICKEN



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Grilled chicken gets a little South American kick courtesy of homemade chimichurri sauce made with fresh herbs and spicy seasonings.

Provided by Cheri Liefeld

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup pear tomatoes
1 poblano chile
1 red bell pepper
1 orange bell pepper

Steps:

  • In food processor or blender, place sauce ingredients. Cover; process until smooth.
  • Place chicken breasts in resealable food-storage plastic bag; pour in half of the sauce (cover and refrigerate remaining sauce to serve with cooked chicken and vegetables later). Seal and refrigerate bag of chicken to marinate at least 2 hours but no longer than 8 hours.
  • Remove chicken from sauce; discard sauce chicken was marinating in.
  • Carefully brush oil on grill rack. Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place chicken on grill over medium-high heat. Cut up vegetables and place on grill pan. Cover grill; cook chicken until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Cook vegetables to desired doneness. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

GRILLED CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CHIMICHURRI SAUCE



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This is from the local paper. I've tried chimichurri sauce once and like it, so I want to try this one. The paper suggests to make the breasts all uniform size for even cooking: pound between sheets of waxed paper with a rolling pin, meat pounder or bottom of a heavy pot. Prep. time does not include marinading time.

Provided by WI Cheesehead

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 medium garlic cloves, peeled and dark ends removed
1 bunch Italian parsley, stems removed
3/4 cup olive oil, plus
2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
1/4 cup water or 1/4 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup white balsamic vinegar or 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon crushed hot pepper flakes (to taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 whole boneless chicken breasts, halved and flattened

Steps:

  • To make chimichurri sauce: In food processor fitted with metal blade, puree garlic.
  • Add parsley and process until finely chopped.
  • Add 3/4 cup oil, vinegar, water or chicken broth, and seasonings, and process.
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. It should be very flavorful and spicy.
  • For marinade: In small mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of the chimichurri sauce, with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and mix until smooth; taste for seasoning.
  • Place chicken breasts in a sealable bag and pour in marinade, making sure marinade is evenly distributed.
  • Zip bag and refrigerate 1/2 hour to 4 hours.
  • Prepare barbecue for medium-heat grilling.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and grill about 3 inches from flame, 7 to 10 minutes on each side or until no pink color is showing.
  • Place on platter and serve with sauce on the side.
  • Advance prep. tip: The sauce can be made up to 6 days ahead, covered and refrigerated. Remove from fridge half an hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.5, Fat 42, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 92.8, Sodium 93, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 30.6

GRILLED BONE-IN CHICKEN BREAST WITH CHIMICHURRI



Grilled Bone-In Chicken Breast with Chimichurri image

Juicy, herb-rubbed chicken breasts are grilled up to perfection and drizzled with flavor-packed chimichurri. It's a great main dish for summertime. Serve with fresh grilled corn on the cob and a crusty bread.

Provided by FrackFamily5 CA->CT

Categories     BBQ & Grilling     Chicken

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 cloves garlic
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
½ cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lime juice
4 (6 ounce) bone-in chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon herb rub with salt

Steps:

  • Place garlic in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add cilantro, parsley, oregano, and salt; pulse until finely chopped. Drizzle in oil, vinegar, and lime juice slowly, while the blade is spinning. Process for about 1 minute. Cover with a lid and store chimichurri in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Rub chicken breasts on all sides with herb rub.
  • Turn the middle burners to low on the preheated grill and place chicken, skin-side down, over those burners. Close the lid and cook for 5 minutes. Turn the middle burners off and flip chicken. Close lid and cook until no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Serve chicken with chimichurri.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.3 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 95.6 mg, Fat 36.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 2523.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

GRILLED CHICKEN WITH CHARRED-SCALLION CHIMICHURRI



Grilled Chicken With Charred-Scallion Chimichurri image

Bright and tangy chimichurri gets a deep smoky hit from charred scallions. This entire weeknight meal is prepared on the grill, taking advantage of tender chicken cutlets that cook up in just 5 minutes. Grilling lettuce brings out its inherent sweetness, and here, romaine gets caramelized on the outside to complement cool, crisp centers. Any leftover scallion chimichurri makes a tasty sandwich spread, or pairs beautifully with roasted salmon or steak.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, poultry, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Vegetable oil, for greasing
2 large heads (about 1 1/2 pounds) romaine lettuce, trimmed and quartered
12 scallions, trimmed and halved crosswise
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and pepper
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved and pounded 1/4-inch-thick
1/2 cup packed parsley leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium-high and lightly grease grates with vegetable oil.
  • Meanwhile, toss romaine and scallions with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Arrange in an even layer and grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and softened all over, about 5 minutes for the romaine and scallion greens, and about 10 minutes for the scallion bulbs. Transfer romaine to a large serving platter. Transfer scallions to a cutting board and let cool, then coarsely chop.
  • Rub chicken with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden underneath, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook until chicken is golden and cooked through, about 2 minutes longer. Transfer to a platter.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, prepare the chimichurri: Combine parsley, vinegar, garlic, oregano, red-pepper flakes, chopped grilled scallions and the remaining 3/4 cup olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide chicken and romaine among plates and drizzle with some of the chimichurri. Serve with lemon wedges and extra chimichurri on the side.

Tips:

  • To ensure your chicken is cooked thoroughly, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. It should reach 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part of the breast.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Just be sure to grease the pan well to prevent sticking.
  • To make the chimichurri sauce ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a jar or container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. When you're ready to use it, just give it a good shake and drizzle it over the chicken.
  • This dish is also delicious served with grilled vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, or bell peppers.

Conclusion:

Grilled pineapple chimichurri chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer cookout. The combination of grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, and tangy chimichurri sauce is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to cook chicken, give this recipe a try!

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