Island Chicken, Always Great for Weight Loss
This simple recipe for island chicken is great for weight loss.
Chicken is one of the most versatile foods on The Paleo Diet menu.
This summer island chicken is simple and easy to prepare and can be either baked or grilled.
Be sure to use free-range, organic chicken to ensure a healthy meal.
Pair with a Paleo salad and fresh summer fruit for a delicious evening meal.
Island Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken precut or use cuts of your choice up to 2 pounds of meat
- ½ fresh pineapple skinned, cored and cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ fresh mango skinned and cut into 1 inch pieces
- Juice from one whole lemon
- 2 T extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp cayenne
Instructions
- Wash chicken pieces. Skin can be removed or left on.
- Place in shallow baking dish and set aside.
- Combine remaining ingredients in blender and puree.
- Coat chicken pieces with marinade, covering thoroughly
- Cover with foil and bake in 375 degree oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on density of chicken.
- Optional: Meat can also be grilled on the barbecue.
- Use medium heat, turning and basting throughout cooking process.
