Name: Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon minced onion (minced); 3/4 teaspoon cumin; 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup lime juice (about 1 medium lime); 2 tablespoon tablepoons olive oil; 2 pounds boneless (skinless chicken breasts); 2 cups pineapple (finely chopped); 1 tablespoon jalapeno (seeded and finely chopped); 1/2 cup finely chopped red bell pepper; 1/8 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 tablespoon lime juice (about 1 medium lime); 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 teaspoons light brown sugar; 1/4 cup orange juice

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If you crave a tender, juicy chicken recipe that impacts a punch of flavor that is healthy to boot, then you have to try my Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa. It is like having a Carribbean vacation at home. (Cocktails served in coconuts optional).

Why This Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa Works

This Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Recipe is so wonderful to serve because all the acid in this dish tenderizes the chicken and makes it so unbelievably moist. It is also very healthy, low carb and keto friendly.

I love this recipe so much because it truly reminds me of warm summer days and tropical breezes. The flavors on this chicken have to be tasted to be believed!

How to Make Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa – Step by Step

Step One: First, in a Ziploc bag, add the citrus. (Photo 1 below)
Step Two: Next, add the oil. (Photo 2 below)
Step Three: Then add garlic and red onion. (Photos 3 & 4 below)

Step Four: Add the seasonings to the marinade. (Photo 1 below)
Step Five: Stir to combine. (Photo 2 below)
Step Sis: Add the chicken to the marinade. (Photo 3 below)
Step Seven: Toss until it’s completely coated. Refrigerate while it marinates and then grill. (Photo 4 below)

Step Eight: Next, for the Pineapple Salsa, finely chop 2 cups of pineapple and add lime juice.
Step Nine: Then add peppers, onions and herbs.
Step Ten: Next, add orange juice and brown sugar.
Step Eleven: Stir and refrigerate until ready to use.

Recommendations for Making Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

The components for this dish can definitely be made in advance so you can put it together at the last minute.

Absolutely make the marinade and the salsa the day before and you are already ahead of the game when you are to grill.

When I do a lot of fine chopping I find it goes so much quicker with this mini food processor. It makes the work go much quicker.

Can you use other meat other?

I use boneless chicken breasts, alternatively, boneless chicken thighs would be great for this recipe. It will make them super tender and delicious. Just adjust your cooking time accordingly.

This recipe would also be great with pork too.

Expert Tips for Making the Best Garlic Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

Use Fresh: When you can, use fresh ingredients, it makes such a difference.
Heat it up: If you like it with a little more heat, add a little of the Jalapeno seeds.
Make More: Make extra and serve the chicken and salsa in tacos the next day.

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