30-Minute Grilled Pineapple BBQ Chicken Bowls
30-Minute Grilled Pineapple BBQ Chicken Bowls offer a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, making them an ideal choice for summer gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Juicy chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and paired with caramelized pineapple and zesty BBQ sauce, creating a vibrant dish that is both visually stunning and customizable to fit any dietary preference. Enjoy this delightful meal that brings the essence of summer right to your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 ripe fresh pineapple (about 2 cups sliced)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, and pepper; add chicken breasts and marinate while slicing the pineapple into rings.
- Grill pineapple rings for about 3-4 minutes per side until caramelized.
- Cook marinated chicken on the grill for 6-7 minutes per side or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, brush chicken with BBQ sauce and flip to glaze both sides.
- Slice the grilled chicken and serve over rice or quinoa, topped with grilled pineapple and cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different protein options. - Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for an extra kick.