Baked Pineapple BBQ Chicken Breast Recipe
This baked pineapple BBQ chicken breast recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and savory! Juicy chicken breasts are smothered in tangy BBQ sauce and topped with pineapple slices, then baked to perfection. It's an easy-to-make, flavorful dish ideal for family dinners. The pineapple adds a tropical twist, balancing the rich barbecue sauce for a deliciously satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 can (20 oz) pineapple slices, drained
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Place seared chicken breasts in a baking dish. Brush BBQ sauce generously over the chicken.
- Top each chicken breast with 1-2 pineapple slices.
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with additional BBQ sauce, if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh pineapple for a stronger flavor if you prefer, or add a splash of pineapple juice to the BBQ sauce for extra sweetness.
- Serve with rice, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad to complete the meal.
- For a spicy kick, mix some sriracha or cayenne pepper into the BBQ sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg