Pineapple Salsa Chicken

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 large pineapple, peeled and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Combine diced pineapple, bell peppers, onion, jalapeño (if using), cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir to combine.
3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place in a baking dish. Top with pineapple salsa.
4. Bake for 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and salsa is bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

Serving Size: 4 oz Calories: 250 Fat: 10g Protein: 25g Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and sweet flavors of pineapple and chicken
• Fresh and tangy salsa with a hint of heat
• Moist and tender chicken
• Easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal

User Comments:

• "The flavors in this dish are amazing! The pineapple salsa is the perfect complement to the chicken."
• "This is my new favorite chicken recipe. It's easy to make and always a hit with my family."
• "I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The salsa is so flavorful and the chicken is perfectly cooked."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't like spicy food, omit the jalapeño pepper.
• You can use canned pineapple if fresh pineapple is not available.
• Serve with rice, beans, or your favorite side dish.