Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Breast
This Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Breast recipe features juicy chicken breasts baked to perfection and topped with a tangy pineapple barbecue sauce. It's a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will impress your family and friends.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 basting brush
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 lbs total.
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika Optional.
- to garnish pieces fresh parsley Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade, ensuring they are evenly covered. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken breasts into a baking dish.
- In the same mixing bowl, combine the barbecue sauce and diced pineapple. Stir until mixed.
- Pour the pineapple barbecue mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can grill the marinated chicken for a few minutes before baking. Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal. You can adjust the level of sweetness in the sauce by using more or less pineapple.