PINEAPPLE-MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS
Bromelain, the group of enzymes in fresh pineapple, is excellent at breaking down the connective tissues in thick, fibrous chicken breasts. In this simple marinade, grated pineapple completely alters the texture of the breast meat, resulting in something that's akin to luscious dark meat. Briefly marinating here is important: Leave it too long and the chicken will fall apart during cooking, becoming shreddy and a little gluey. Fifteen minutes is the sweet spot. The accompanying pineapple salsa is a bright topping for the juicy morsels of aromatic chicken and rice.
Provided by Eric Kim
Categories dinner, weeknight, poultry, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, garlic powder, ground cayenne and black pepper. Transfer 1 tablespoon of this marinade mixture to a separate medium bowl and add the diced pineapple, red onion and cilantro. This is your salsa; toss until well mixed and set aside.
- Add the grated pineapple and its juices to the marinade mixture in the large bowl, then add the chicken and toss to coat. Set aside to marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes (and no longer).
- Once the chicken is done marinating, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high and add enough olive oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add the chicken pieces, leaving any marinade behind, in a single layer so that they don't touch and let cook until the bottoms are browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and no longer pink on the inside, 4 to 5 minutes more.
- Serve the chicken over rice and top with the reserved pineapple salsa.
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Khalid Niamat
[email protected]I love the combination of pineapple and chicken. The sweetness of the pineapple pairs perfectly with the savory flavor of the chicken.
Jamal Mohammadi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always so moist and flavorful.
Venus_ Studios
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Md Rasheduzzaman
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use it to make tacos, burritos, salads, or just eat it on its own.
Lizzi Smith
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The chicken is always cooked perfectly and the pineapple marinade is delicious.
Michael Allen
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The chicken is so moist and flavorful.
Baba Nusren
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to cook chicken, and this recipe is a great option. The pineapple marinade adds a unique flavor that I really enjoy.
Dean Reilly
[email protected]I love that this recipe is healthy and delicious. The chicken is lean and the pineapple is a good source of vitamins.
James Bitner
[email protected]This is a great recipe for summer. The pineapple marinade is refreshing and the chicken is cooked to perfection.
P Mbuina
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the chicken and asked for the recipe.
Jessica Okafor
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pineapple, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The marinade is not too sweet and the chicken is cooked perfectly.
Mehtab Gul
[email protected]I love the combination of pineapple and chicken. The sweetness of the pineapple pairs perfectly with the savory flavor of the chicken.
lazuras anderson
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. The chicken is always so moist and flavorful.
Mr.PlayboiAlex Alex
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes to make for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Billal Billal
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. You can use it to make tacos, burritos, salads, or just eat it on its own.
ROSEMARY BAAGALA
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and easy recipes to try, and this one definitely fits the bill. The pineapple marinade is a great way to add some extra flavor to chicken breasts.
Alexander Mugisha
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is so moist and tender, and the pineapple marinade gives it a delicious flavor.
Humaira Rana
[email protected]I made this last night and it was a huge hit with my family. Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor of the chicken. I will definitely be making this again.
Kharak Seen Kharakseen
[email protected]Fantastic recipe! So easy and quick to make, and the results are amazing. The pineapple marinade adds a wonderful sweetness and savory flavor to the chicken.