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Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Bowls with Coconut Rice

Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Bowls with Coconut Rice Recipe
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Experience a tropical getaway at your dinner table with our Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Bowls with Coconut Rice Recipe. This vibrant dish combines juicy grilled chicken and caramelized pineapple, all served atop a bed of creamy coconut rice. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals, these bowls are not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Customize your bowl with fresh toppings like avocado, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro for a delightful finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 fresh pineapple
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 ½ cups jasmine rice
  • 1 ¼ cups coconut milk
  • 1 ¼ cups water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar, optional
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Reserve half for basting.
  2. Marinate chicken in the remaining mixture for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Cook jasmine rice in a saucepan with coconut milk and water; simmer until tender.
  4. Grill marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes per side; grill pineapple until caramelized.
  5. Assemble bowls with coconut rice as the base topped with sliced chicken and pineapple. Add avocado and other desired toppings.

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