Chicken with pineapple and cheese
4 servings
60 minutes
Chicken with pineapple and cheese is a vibrant dish from Cuban cuisine that combines the sweetness of tropical pineapple, the tenderness of chicken fillet, and the richness of Swiss cheese. Inspired by Caribbean culinary traditions, it blends contrasting flavors to create a unique gastronomic experience. The chicken is marinated in aromatic teriyaki sauce, adding spiciness and light caramelization to the dish before being filled with juicy slices of pineapple and melting cheese. Cooked slowly, it becomes especially tender and juicy. This dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, highlighting the exotic taste of Cuba and filling the meal with an atmosphere of sun and sea.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Salt and pepper the chicken breasts, add ⅔ of the teriyaki sauce and mix. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Chicken breast fillet: 4 pieces
- Teriyaki sauce: 60 ml
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
3
Cut the pineapple into half rings no thicker than 1 cm.
- Pineapple: 200 g
4
Heat vegetable oil in a pan and fry the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides.
- Vegetable oil: 30 ml
- Chicken breast fillet: 4 pieces
5
Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes.
6
Cut each fillet lengthwise, like a hot dog bun.
7
Place slices of pineapple in each fillet.
- Pineapple: 200 g
8
Place thin slices of cheese on top.
- Swiss cheese (Emmental type): 100 g
9
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and brush them with the remaining teriyaki. Cover with a lid and cook on low heat for another 5-7 minutes, until the cheese melts.
- Teriyaki sauce: 60 ml
10
Serve chicken with pineapple and cheese, garnished with sesame.