Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches

Health score
15%
Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches
30 min.
4
525kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your lunch or dinner game with a delightful twist on a classic sandwich? Our Grilled Chicken and Pineapple Sandwiches are the perfect blend of savory and sweet, making them an irresistible choice for any meal. Imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts grilled to perfection, topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese and succulent pineapple slices that add a burst of tropical flavor. This dish is not just a feast for the taste buds; it’s also a feast for the eyes!

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering meal that serves four, making it ideal for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. The combination of taco sauce and honey creates a unique marinade that infuses the chicken with a zesty kick, while the creamy mayonnaise spread adds a rich, tangy finish. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, from the crisp lettuce to the warm, toasted kaiser rolls.

Whether you’re looking for a satisfying lunch or a hearty dinner, these sandwiches are sure to impress. Plus, with only 525 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a delicious meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cheddar cheese 
  • teaspoons honey 
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  •  pineapple rings (from 8-oz. can)
  • oz monterrey jack cheese 
  •  portugese rolls split
  •  romaine leaves 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, combine taco sauce and honey; mix well. To make mayonnaise mixture for rolls, in another small bowl, combine mayonnaise and 2 teaspoons of the taco sauce mixture; blend well. Refrigerate until serving time.
  2. Sprinkle chicken breast halves with seasoned salt.
  3. Brush chicken with about 1 tablespoon taco sauce mixture.
  4. When grill is heated, place chicken on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear, turning once or twice and brushing occasionally with taco sauce mixture. Discard any remaining taco sauce mixture.
  5. Top each chicken breast half with cheese slice to melt.
  6. Place pineapple slices on grill; cook 2 minutes. To toast rolls, place cut side down on grill during last 30 seconds of cooking time.
  7. Spread mayonnaise mixture on bottom halves of rolls. Top each with lettuce, cheese-topped chicken, pineapple slice and top half of roll.

Nutrition Facts

Calories525kcal
Protein27.09%
Fat38.13%
Carbs34.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
50.57
Glycemic Load
24.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
20.641304161238%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:525.04kcal
26.25%
Fat:22.06g
33.95%
Saturated Fat:6.25g
39.05%
Carbohydrates:45.3g
15.1%
Net Carbohydrates:43.24g
15.73%
Sugar:15.81g
17.57%
Cholesterol:97.84mg
32.61%
Sodium:940.54mg
40.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.27g
70.54%
Iron:11.64mg
64.64%
Vitamin B3:12.07mg
60.35%
Selenium:40.05µg
57.21%
Vitamin B6:0.93mg
46.54%
Vitamin A:2006.19IU
40.12%
Phosphorus:346.65mg
34.66%
Vitamin K:23.98µg
22.84%
Calcium:185.78mg
18.58%
Vitamin B5:1.68mg
16.85%
Potassium:557.79mg
15.94%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.63%
Vitamin C:11.05mg
13.4%
Magnesium:46.94mg
11.74%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.65%
Zinc:1.44mg
9.58%
Fiber:2.05g
8.21%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.52%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.42%
Folate:20.77µg
5.19%
Copper:0.1mg
5.1%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.83%
Vitamin D:0.26µg
1.75%