Description

This Baked Pineapple BBQ Chicken Breast recipe is a perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a pineapple-infused barbecue sauce, creating a mouthwatering dish that is easy to make for any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

For the BBQ Sauce:

1 cup barbecue sauce (your choice of flavor)
1 cup pineapple chunks (drained if canned)
¼ cup pineapple juice
1 tablespoon soy sauce

For Garnish:

Chopped cilantro or green onions (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Season: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Place them in a lightly greased baking dish.
Mix BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, pineapple juice, and soy sauce. Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts. Add pineapple chunks around and on top of the chicken.
Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover, spoon sauce over the chicken, and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Rest and Serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro or green onions. Serve with your choice of sides.

Notes

For more flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for up to 2 hours before baking.
You can also grill the chicken and finish with the pineapple BBQ glaze for a charred flavor.