Description
This Healthy Grilled Chicken Pineapple Bowl is a vibrant, nutrient-dense meal that brings tropical flair to your table. Featuring juicy grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, and a crunchy purple cabbage slaw, it’s a refreshing balance of sweet and savory flavors that’s perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 3 cups purple cabbage, thinly shredded
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, honey, salt, and pepper. Toss chicken cubes to coat and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Slaw: Combine shredded cabbage, grated carrots, apple cider vinegar, Greek yogurt, and a pinch of honey.
- Grill the Chicken: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in a single layer for 4-5 minutes per side until golden-brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sear the Pineapple: In the same skillet, sear pineapple chunks for 2 minutes until lightly caramelized. Toss with lime juice and cilantro.
- Assemble: Base the bowl with the cabbage slaw, top with grilled chicken and pineapple, and garnish with extra cilantro.
Notes
For the best texture, shred the cabbage as thinly as possible. If you prefer extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken marinade. Fresh pineapple is recommended over canned for the best char and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop/Grill
- Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg