Chicken baked in pineapple with cheese
2 servings
60 minutes
Pineapple-baked chicken with cheese is a dish that captivates not only with its vibrant flavor but also with its unusual presentation. The combination of tender chicken fillet, sweet pineapple, and gooey melted cheese creates a harmony of tastes—from spicy to refreshing. Baking in a natural pineapple 'bowl' allows the ingredients to soak up the fruit juices better, making the meat especially juicy. This dish can adorn a festive table and surprise guests with its originality. European chefs love to experiment with flavor contrasts, and this recipe is a successful embodiment of culinary boldness. It can be served as a standalone hot dish or paired with a light salad. Ultimately, chicken in pineapple is a gastronomic adventure that combines sweetness and richness, where each bite brings pleasure.
1
Cut the chicken fillet into cubes.
- Chicken fillet: 500 g
2
Add 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise.
- Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
3
To salt.
- Salt: to taste
4
Add pepper.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Add garlic crushed with a garlic press.
- Garlic: 1 clove
6
Mix and let marinate for at least 1 hour.
7
Cut the ripe pineapple in half.
- Pineapple: 1 piece
8
Make cuts on the flesh lengthwise and crosswise, without reaching the skin to avoid damaging it.
9
Carefully use a knife to remove all the flesh.
- Pineapple: 1 piece
10
Fill the pineapples two-thirds with marinated fillet.
- Chicken fillet: 500 g
11
Top with pineapple flesh cut into cubes the same size as the fillet. At this stage, wrap the pineapple in two layers of foil, completely covering the tail but leaving the top with the filling open.
- Pineapple: 1 piece
12
Bake in the oven for 40-50 minutes at 200 degrees, then remove, sprinkle with cheese on top, and bake for another 10 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Cheese: 100 g
13
Serve the dish hot.