Spicy Pineapple Chicken (Pollo en Salsa de Piña Picante)

Pollo en Salsa de Piña Picante, or Spicy Pineapple Chicken, is a popular dish in Nicaraguan cuisine. This flavorful and zesty chicken dish is perfect for those who enjoy a balance of sweet and spicy flavors.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Nicaraguan Nicaraguan Cuisine Chicken Pineapple Spicy
Spicy Pineapple Chicken (Pollo en Salsa de Piña Picante)

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper to make the sauce. Set aside.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the onion, garlic, red bell pepper, and jalapeño pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the pineapple chunks and the prepared sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  6. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them with the spicy pineapple sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  7. Remove from heat and serve the Pollo en Salsa de Piña Picante hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large skillet Bowl Cutting board Knife Spatula Measuring spoons

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pollo en Salsa de Piña Picante with steamed white rice and a side of black beans for a complete Nicaraguan meal.

Tips & tricks

For a milder version, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeño pepper before adding it to the dish.

Cost

$15