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chicken with zesty pineapple salsa

Recipe by
RC :)
Reading, PA

Old recipe from one of the women's magazines at the checkout in the grocery store.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chicken with zesty pineapple salsa

  • CHICKEN
  • 4
    chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 1/2 c
    orange juice
  • 3 Tbsp
    lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp
    crushed garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • SALSA
  • 1 1/2 c
    fresh pineapple, cut into small chunks (can also use crushed pineapple, drained)
  • 1
    jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 c
    finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/4 c
    red onion, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    fresh cilantro, chopped

How To Make chicken with zesty pineapple salsa

  • 1
    Make slits in the chicken breasts with the tip of a sharp knife to allow the marinade to soak into the breasts. Place breasts in a plastic container.
  • 2
    Mix juices, garlic salt and pepper. Pour over breasts and refrigerate. Turn often at the start to allow as much marinade as possible to soak in. Refrigerate overnight.
  • 3
    Combine salsa ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Set aside while cooking the chicken.
  • 4
    Grill or bake chicken until juices run clear. Top with the salsa before serving.

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