Description
This Baked Pineapple BBQ Chicken Breast recipe is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a tangy barbecue sauce, topped with juicy pineapple chunks, and baked to perfection. With a cheesy option and a hint of smokiness, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Barbecue Sauce:
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
Pineapple Mixture:
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
Seasonings:
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
- Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Season the chicken: Season chicken with spices and place in the baking dish.
- Prepare the sauce: Mix barbecue sauce and pineapple juice, then spoon over chicken.
- Add toppings: Top with pineapple chunks and cover with foil.
- Bake: Bake for 25–30 minutes, uncover, add cheese if desired, and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Rest and garnish: Let the dish rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with cilantro or green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice, roasted potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
- For smoky flavor, use smoked BBQ sauce or add liquid smoke.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
