Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs
Tender, juicy chicken thighs are briefly marinated in pineapple juice and lime with olive oil, adobo seasoning, salt, and optional cayenne, then grilled and finished with small pineapple pieces. The fruit brings a bright, lightly sweet contrast to the seasoned chicken, making this a fresh choice for a summer cookout or easy weeknight dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 38 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 10 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 34
- Heart Health
- 61
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 55
- Performance
- 40
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine pineapple juice, lime zest and juice, olive oil, adobo seasoning, salt, and cayenne in a large resealable plastic bag. Gently squeeze the bag to mix the marinade.
- 2
Add chicken thighs to the marinade and gently squeeze the bag to coat the chicken. Arrange the thighs in a single layer inside the bag. Gently press out the air, reseal the bag, and refrigerate for 1 hour or up to 2 hours, turning every 20 minutes or so.
- 3
Preheat an outdoor grill to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Clean and oil the grates.
- 4
Place the chicken on the oiled grate and drizzle with the marinade. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes, turn each piece a quarter turn, and grill for 2 or 3 minutes more. Turn the chicken over and repeat. Grill until the chicken is no longer pink at the center and the juices run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should reach 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- 5
Remove the chicken to a plate, cover with foil, and let it rest for 8 to 10 minutes.
- 6
Cut the remaining lime in half and squeeze one half over the chicken. Cut the other half into slices. Sprinkle pineapple pieces over the chicken and garnish with lime slices and cilantro sprigs.
- Calories 324.75 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 32.49 g Good Source 65%
- Carbohydrate 10.96 g 4%
- Total Fat 18.55 g High 24%
- Saturated Fat 5.24 g High 26%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 151.41 mg High 50%
- Sodium 171.81 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 1.42 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 6.3 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 20.24 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.99 mg Moderate 11%
- Potassium 125.8 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 4.58 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 19.34 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
About This Recipe
Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs is made with 11 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Adobo Seasoning, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Cayenne Pepper, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 324.75 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs made of?
- The main ingredients are Adobo Seasoning, Boneless Chicken Thigh, Cayenne Pepper, Fresh Cilantro, Lime. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 324.75 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs healthy?
- Grilled Pineapple Lime Chicken Thighs has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 324.75 calories and 32.49 g of protein, or 65% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 171.81 mg (7% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.24 g (26% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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