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Hawaiian Chicken with Pineapple and Coconut Rice


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  • Author: julie
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Experience a tropical feast with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and creamy coconut rice, perfect for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 cup coconut rice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Begin by cooking the coconut rice according to package instructions, approximately 20 minutes.
  2. While the rice cooks, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and soy sauce.
  3. Heat a grill or pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
  4. Place the seasoned chicken breasts onto the grill or pan, cooking until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  5. In the last few minutes of cooking, add the pineapple chunks to caramelize.
  6. Serve the grilled chicken and caramelized pineapple over a bed of coconut rice, garnished with chopped green onions.

Notes

You can swap chicken for tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg