Pollo En Pina (Chicken In Pineapple) Recipe

Name: Pollo En Pina (Chicken In Pineapple)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Pollo en Pina Ingredients; 3 1/2 - 4 lbs skinless chicken, cut into serving pieces; 1 ripe pineapple, peeled,cored and chopped (save juice); 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 4 fluid ounces lime juice; 4 fluid ounces olive oil; 4 fluid ounces white vinegar; chicken stock (if necessary); salt and pepper; 1/2 cup mixed salad green, for garnish; red pepper (to garnish); Guatemalan Fried Rice Ingredients; 2 tablespoons shortening; 2 cups rice; 1 small onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tomatoes, chopped; 2 tablespoons peas; 1/2 carrot, finely chopped; 24 fluid ounces water; 1 teaspoon morton lite salt

Servings: persons

Pollo en Pina Ingredients
3 1/2 - 4 lbs skinless chicken, cut into serving pieces
1 ripe pineapple, peeled,cored and chopped (save juice)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 fluid ounces lime juice
4 fluid ounces olive oil
4 fluid ounces white vinegar
chicken stock (if necessary)
salt and pepper
1/2 cup mixed salad green, for garnish
red pepper (to garnish)
Guatemalan Fried Rice Ingredients
2 tablespoons shortening
2 cups rice
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tomatoes, chopped
2 tablespoons peas
1/2 carrot, finely chopped
24 fluid ounces water
1 teaspoon morton lite salt

1
---To Prepare the Pollo---.
2
Marinate chicken in lime and garlic for two hours.
3
Grill chicken pieces in a heavy skillet or on a barbecue.
4
Add remaining ingredients to skillet containing chicken.
5
If there is not enough pineapple juice, add enough chicken stock to cover chicken pieces.
6
Cover and simmer over low heat until tender, about 45 minutes.
7
---To Prepare the Rice---.
8
Wash the rice and allow to dry.
9
Heat shortening, then add rice and fry until well browned, stirring constantly.
10
Add tomato and onion.
11
Cook slightly.
12
Add water, salt and other vegetables.
13
Cover and bring quickly to a boil.
14
Lower heat and cook for 45 minutes or until well done.
15
---And Now the Hard Part---.
16
Serve chicken with rice, garnish with peppers, and enjoy!

1455

kcal

Calories

104

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Pollo en Pina Ingredients, 3 1/2 - 4 lbs skinless chicken, cut into serving pieces, 1 ripe pineapple, peeled,cored and chopped (save juice), 1 medium onion, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pollo En Pina (Chicken In Pineapple) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pollo En Pina (Chicken In Pineapple)

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Variations & substitutions

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