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Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Bowls with Coconut Rice

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A vibrant and flavorful dish featuring marinated grilled chicken, sweet pineapple, and coconut-infused rice, perfect for a tropical-inspired meal.

Ingredients

Marinade

  • 2 pounds chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
  • 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 piece pineapple, cored, skin removed, cut into slices

Vegetables

  • 3 pieces bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 piece avocado, sliced

Coconut Rice

  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 1 cup lite coconut milk
  • 1 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced

Instructions 

  • Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  • Cook brown rice with coconut milk, water, grated ginger, and minced garlic until tender, about 45-50 minutes. Fluff and set aside.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Grill chicken 6-8 minutes per side until cooked through. Grill pineapple slices 3-5 minutes per side until caramelized.
  • Slice grilled chicken and pineapple. Assemble bowls with coconut rice, topped with chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and avocado.

Notes

Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes for best flavor. Feel free to add more vegetables or adjust seasonings to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Tropical
Keyword: chicken, Coconut Rice, Pineapple