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Tangy Lime Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

Juicy grilled chicken marinated in zesty lime and herbs, topped with a fresh, sweet-and-tangy pineapple salsa. A perfect balance of citrus and tropical flavors that comes together in under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 0.25 cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp cumin ground
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
Pineapple Salsa
  • 1.5 cup fresh pineapple diced
  • 0.5 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 0.25 tsp honey optional, for balance
  • 0.125 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
  2. While chicken marinates, prepare the pineapple salsa: In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, honey (if using), and cayenne. Stir gently and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and discard excess.
  4. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  5. Serve sliced chicken topped generously with pineapple salsa. Enjoy warm with rice, salad, or tortillas.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika to the marinade. If fresh pineapple isn’t available, use well-drained canned pineapple chunks. Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge.