PERFECT SPICY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN

This spicy pineapple chicken is an easy 30 minute meal that is loaded with flavor and perfect for your Whole30 meal prep! 

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cook time : 15 minutes

Total time: 30 minutes

Serves: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 1 Tbls Avocado Oil or olive oil
• 1/2 Red Onion sliced
• 2 Jalapeños sliced
• 2 lbs Chicken Thighs cubed
• 2 cloves Garlic minced
• 1 Tbls Fresh Ginger grated
• 1/2 cup Coconut Aminos
• 2 Tbls Hot Sauce
• 1/2 cup Pineapple Juice
• 1/2 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 14.5 Can Pineapple Chunks drained
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 Lime
• 2 Tbls Green Oinion

Instructions

1. Drain the pineapple reserving 1/2 cup of the juice
2. Cube the chicken thighs and place in a large glass bowl. 
3. Then in a separate small bowl, combine the coconut aminos, pineapple juice (from the can), hot sauce, garlic, ginger and pepper flakes. 
4. Pour over the chicken and let it marinate while you prepare the rest of the ingredients 
5. Once the chicken has marinated for about 15-30 minutes, heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat and add in the onion and jalapeño. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant
6. Then turn the heat up to medium/high and add in the chicken and the marinade into the pan. 
7. Bring the sauce to a boil and then let it simmer until the chicken is cooked through (10-15 minutes) . 
8. Stir occasionally. Add in the salt, pineapple and juice of half of a lime, cook for another 3-5 minutes and serve! Top with some sliced green onions, fresh jalapenos and lime wedges

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