Grilled Chicken Pineapple Stacks

# What you need:

→ Chicken & Marinade

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

03 - 2 tablespoons soy sauce, gluten-free

04 - 1 tablespoon honey

05 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

06 - 1 garlic clove, minced

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Pineapple & Vegetables

09 - 4 fresh pineapple rings, 1/2-inch thick

10 - 1 red onion, sliced into rings

11 - 1 large tomato, sliced

12 - 1 avocado, sliced

13 - 4 large romaine or butter lettuce leaves

→ Optional Toppings

14 - 4 slices cheddar or Swiss cheese, optional

15 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or aioli

16 - 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped

# How to make it:

01 - Whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, honey, smoked paprika, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat evenly. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor development.

02 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

03 - Place marinated chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until cooked through and grill marks appear. During the final 2 minutes, place cheese slices on top if using and allow to melt.

04 - Grill pineapple rings for 2 to 3 minutes per side until caramelized and golden. Grill red onion rings for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and lightly charred.

05 - Layer a lettuce leaf on each plate. Top with grilled chicken breast, caramelized pineapple ring, grilled onion rings, tomato slices, and avocado slices. Drizzle with mayonnaise or aioli and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

06 - Serve burger stacks as composed or accompany with a toasted bun if desired.

# Expert Advice:

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The charred pineapple brings a subtle sweetness that makes everyone pause mid-bite and ask what that flavor is.
It works beautifully whether you skip the bun entirely or toast one, so it fits any mood or dietary preference.
Twenty minutes from grill to plate means you're eating impressive food without sacrificing your evening.

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Marinating for the full two hours genuinely makes a difference; the honey helps the chicken caramelize instead of just cook through, creating complexity you'll taste immediately.
Don't skip oiling your grates because chicken that sticks isn't just frustrating, it tears apart and loses all those beautiful grill marks that make this look restaurant-worthy.

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