Deliciously Healthy Pineapple Jerk Chicken Recipe

Recipe Details:

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch pieces
• 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoning blend
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 (20 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
• ½ cup jerk marinade

Cooking Instructions:

1. Prepare the rice according to package directions.
2. Heat the oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with jerk seasoning and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, sauté onion until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Return the chicken to the skillet, adding pineapple chunks, black beans, green chilies, and jerk marinade.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until the chicken is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
6. Serve the jerk chicken mixture over cooked rice.

Nutrition Highlights (per serving):

• Calories: 376
• Fat: 4g
• Carbs: 61g
• Protein: 22g

This Pineapple Jerk Chicken is not just a meal but an experience, bringing a piece of the Caribbean to your kitchen. Whether you’re looking for a new family favorite or just want to spice up your meal plan, this recipe is sure to impress.