Chicken with pineapple and lime
4 servings
40 minutes
Chicken with pineapple and lime is an amazing combination of tender meat, fruity freshness, and spicy seasonings. This recipe, despite its simplicity, boasts a rich palette of flavors. The sweetness of pineapple harmonizes with the tartness of lime, creating a refreshing yet rich taste. Spices, garlic, and brown sugar add warm, slightly caramelized notes to the dish. It is perfect for a festive dinner or a cozy family lunch. Originating not from traditional Russian cuisine, it has become popular among those who love to experiment with classic ingredients. Serve it with fluffy rice that absorbs the aromatic sauce well. The aroma and taste of this dish will fill your home with warmth and exotic sophistication.
1
Peel the garlic, chop it finely, add spices, salt and grind well in a mortar until a paste-like consistency is achieved. Pour in vegetable oil and mix to create a marinade.
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: 60 ml
2
Cut the chicken fillet across the fibers into strips 2 cm thick. Place in a bowl and add the marinade.
- Chicken fillet: 600 g
3
Mix to coat the meat evenly with the marinade, leave it in a cool place for an hour.
4
Pour a tablespoon of oil into a heated pan, add sugar, and squeeze lime juice. Leave the peels in the pan for 1-2 minutes for aroma.
- Brown sugar: 60 g
- Lime: 1 piece
5
Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
6
Place the meat in the pan with the marinade, mix it. Peel the pineapple and cut it into cubes. It should yield about 300–350 grams of pulp.
- Chicken fillet: 600 g
- Pineapple: 350 g
7
Add pineapple, mix and cook covered over medium heat for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is done. Don't overcook the meat to avoid it becoming dry.
- Pineapple: 350 g
8
Serve hot, boiled rice is a great side dish.