dinner

Chile Chicken with Pineapple Salsa

10 Mins

4 Servings

Ingredients

4 Fresh Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

2 teaspoons ancho chili pepper, ground

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 can pineapple chunks, 20-oz., drained and coarsely chopped

1/4 cup red onion, chopped

1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, finely chopped

This Polynesian-style dish contrasts flavors like tangy pineapple chunks and spicy ancho chili peppers, giving classic chicken and rice an island twist.

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine ancho chile and salt. Rub spices on chicken.

2. Heat oil in large oven-proof skillet to medium-high. Cook chicken until browned, 2 minutes per side. Transfer chicken in skillet to oven; bake 10 to 15 minutes or until done (internal temp 170°F).

3. To make salsa, combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl; add a pinch of salt.