So this weekend ended up being amazing!! Dave and Jamie had a GORGEOUS wedding overlooking DC and my friends and I had a fabulous time at the super fun piano bar Bobby McKeys at the National Harbor!
Now that the weekend is over its back to the grind. I must say last night turned out to be absolutely gorgeous so me and the boy decided wine and grilling out would be the perfect way to finish off our day. Our vacation to Smith Mountain Lake is rapidly approaching so we're REALLY trying to eat healthier and I knew this recipe would be perfect for us! Adapted from Cooking Light, this meal was delicious, satisfying and most of all super nutritious!
Did I mention it tasted amazing?? Yeah it really did.
My favorite part was definitely the pineapple relish which tasted incredible completely on its own! Next time I plan on doubling the recipe and bringing some to work for a yummy snack. We paired the chicken with some grilled squash and fresh veggies for a complete summer meal. Oh and the wine wasn't bad either ;)
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Servings: 4
Serving Size: 2 thighs + 3/4 cup relish
Calories: 242
Fat: 6.1 g
Carbs: 17.4 g
Fiber: 1.3 g
Protein: 29.6 g
Old Points: 5.1 pts
Points+: 6 pts
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Here are your ingredients:
8 skinless, boneless chicken thighs
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
Cooking spray
Relish:
2 cups cubed fresh pineapple (about 1/2 pineapple)
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels (about 1 ear)
1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
3 Tbsp finely chopped red onion
1 Tbsp cider vinegar
1 tsp. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; lightly coat with cooking spray. Combine garlic powder, cumin, 1/2 tsp. salt, and pepper in a small bowl; sprinkle over chicken. Add chicken to pan; cook 10 minutes on each side or until done.
Meanwhile, combine remaining 1/4 tsp. salt, pineapple, and remaining ingredients in a medium bowl. Serve relish over chicken and enjoy.
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67 lovely comments:
YUM!!! I looove anything to do with pineapples!!! Can't wait to try this recipe out! :D
That's a delicious looking relish. Corn and pineapple sounds great. And of course, I love grilled meats!
The relish sounds and looks amazing paired with the chicken thighs. I need to give this a try. Yummy! Can't wait for our next cookout.
Smith Mountain Lake is so nice! I was there last month for an event for wounded warriors that my work set up. Hope you get a chance to get out on the lake! Gorgeous chicken! haha one doesn't say that that often but your chicken really does look pretty.
Aww thank you so much Michelle! Our house is right on the lake so I'm super excited!! :)
ooo that looks wonderful!! Very light looking dish!
Smith Mountain Lake is like an hour or maybe 45 minutes from us! how neat. we love it up there!!
My My My Kelly, thats such a gorgeous looking recipe and you are so good at combination all the ingredients to created the lovely colors.
Absolutely gorgeous dish. I'm not sure which is more wonderful; the chicken or that fantastic relish.
I hope you guys enjoy the vacation to Smith Mountain Lake. We love it there too.
This sounds delicious! I love pineapple!
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The pineapple relish sounds delicious, I love the combination of flavors you have together!
This sounds fabulous! The colors really pop in your photos!
Both your grilled chicken thighs and your relish look absolutely amazing! Lovely dish :)
Oh I'm going to try this! It looks soooooooooo good!
Kelly
I love Cooking Light, esp. those 100 chicken recipes.
Your grilled chicken looks so good!
YUUUUM. I love this recipe. I am obsessed with corn right now!!
I love pineapple. I love chicken and I love corns. All three in one and they are diet friendly too. Yum!!!
Chicken and pineapple always compliment each other so well. Indeed one of my favorite combinations!
And with all the other ingredients in your relish, your dish sounds and looks perfectly delicious, Kelly!
This sounds wonderful! The grilled chicken with the fresh salsa! Great recipe!
Ah pineapple, is there anything it can't do! That relish looks delish. Chicken thighs are my favorite, I love how cheap they are too! Thanks for sharing!
I have been on a recent pineapple kick and this recipe sounds perfect! Your pictures are stunning with all those nice colors. Great grilled recipe-yum!
The grilled chicken looks amazing! Great pic...theresa
Love the combo of corn & pineapple - perfect for summer. Will have to try!
That pineapple/corn relish looks so bright and yummy! :)
what a perfect summertime meal!! looks good, i might have to make this soon!
Wow, that dish is so bright and colorful. I was totally inhale that relish all on its own. Another recipe I am going to have to put on my list to try:-)
delicious combination with chicken and seasonal vegetables
Now this is the kind of meal I can sink my teeth into! Not only does it promise to have flavor, but satiating nutrition too. I like the ease of preparation and the notion to have a glass of wine in doing so. Like I always say, "The more content I am with the meal, the less cake I'll eat for dessert!" Be sure to have a terrific vacation.
Oh wow, I am seeing so much corn everywhere but I totally love it! This looks amazing with all the colours in there!
The corn salad looks good but I am drooling more over the chicken. I need to go get some chicken to make this for me. Looks amazing!
That relish sounds great, love the addition of the pineapple! Perfect for grilled chicken in my opinion!
Oh wow - now that looks like an awesome dinner! Love the pineapple relish on top of that chicken - I bet it would be great on some fish tacos as well =)
This sounds super good. My sister in law made a salsa similar to this, but with mango and it was a hit. I am sure this is as good.
Fresh ingredients and gorgeous presentation. Love it!
This sounds delicious! I'd have to double the recipe, too!
That is a recipe that would make my taste buds happy! I love pineapple in savory dishes! Thanks for this one Kelly! And great pics! :-)
Another amazing dish! I never buy chicken thighs, only breasts. I thinked you've convinced me to try them out! This sounds soo good!
I could eat an entire pineapple in one sitting. This sounds absolutely delicious and your photos are equisite (as always) :)
Kelly, your relish sounds and looks fantastic. I'm going to fire up the grill this weekend and give it a try. I'm thinking it would be great on fish tacos too.
This is my kind of meal! You got your salad on your chicken. It's a win, win.
Sounds delicious and comforting. That salsa is so colorful!
So nice to meet you too, Kelly! Loving your blog as I peruse through your gorgeous and delicious sounding recipes.
I cannot believe some of them are healthy/low cal as they look so rich and decadent, but yep, reading the recipe, they are! Looking forward to more. Also, gorgeous photographs - you have amazing natural light!
What a colourful and truly delicious looking dish. So fresh and healthy sounding but not lacking of flavour at allllll. Your recipes are simply fantastic! :)
Hi Kelly... love this post.. healthy and scrumptious looking dish :) YUM
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That pineapple relish is to die for. Gorgeous dish, darling!
mm this looks wonderful :) i love your blog! You should check out my giveaway I'm having on my blog to win a Bobbi Brown eyeshadow compact :)
I love recipes from Cooking Light! These chicken thighs look great! I can't wait to give them a try! :)
Gorgeous pics, the colors are so vibrant! Looks like the perfect summer slim dish!
healthy dish! & looks tasty too!
Congratz for the top 9 on Foodbuzz! ;)
Congrats Kelly for making it with this post for the Top 9, its really worth it looking at the lovely pics.
I love this pineapple relish. I think I would put it on everything from chicken to ice cream!! Congrats on top 9!
Congrats on top 9 AGAIN girl! What a beautiful recipe!
Enjoy Smith Mountain Lake - it's wonderful! My brother & sister-in-law have a house on the lake there. The last time we were there was Memorial Weekend. Must visit again soon!
Aww thank you so much Heather!! Yes I absolutely love it there and I can't wait to go! :)
Kelly,,,congrats on top 9,you deserved it,food sound great and yummy :)
This WAS amazing! I added Jalepeno peppers and used roasted red peppers...Delish! Thank you for sharing!
Aww I'm so glad you enjoyed it Jenn!!!
Hi Kelly! Congrats on Top 9! My kids and I would love this pineapple & corn relish! This is probably the best looking relish I've seen. You've been inspiring a lot of people with your beautiful photography of delicious food. I can't wait to see more of your posts Kelly. Have a lovely weekend!!
Aww thank you SO much Nami! You are such a sweetheart!! :)
The caramelization on the chicken looks so delicious!Great recipe, light, colorful, healthy. Congrats on the Top 9, well deserved!
Yum! I tried to buzz it again and I got the "Your vote has already been counted" message :) lol Congrats!
sounds and looks divine..thank you so much for sharing..made my mouth water!When I get through with this cooking season I will def try this.
Oh my yum! This looks so flavorful and fresh! Another good one from my new favorite blog! :)
Wow! this looks really tasty!! I am definitely going to try this one
Love your beautiful recipes! I'm so glad I've found your site. Guess what, I'm your newest follower!
A very happy one, in deed.
Amy
This looks like a terrific combo. A must try!
This was phenomenal! I ate the leftover relish right out of the bowl with tortilla chips! So fresh and light for summer! Thank you so much for this recipe! Another favorite!
Love loved this even my children loved it...
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I don't usually post comments, but this time I have to...Oh my! Was this good! Thank you for the healthy and delicious idea!!
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