Pineapple Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls
Pineapple Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls are a vibrant and nutritious meal that brings the taste of the tropics right to your dinner table. This delightful dish features juicy grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, and fluffy cauliflower rice, creating a satisfying balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, these bowls are not only delicious but also low in carbs and rich in lean protein. With minimal preparation time and easy cooking steps, you can enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh pineapple slices
- Cauliflower rice
- Olive oil
- Soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- Honey
- Garlic cloves
- Fresh ginger
- Green onions
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by whisking together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a mixing bowl. Add the chicken breasts and toss to coat. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Grill pineapple slices for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cauliflower rice with salt and pepper; sauté for 5–7 minutes until tender.
- Slice grilled chicken and assemble bowls by layering cauliflower rice first, followed by chicken strips and caramelized pineapple. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 110mg