Description
Succulent baked pineapple bbq chicken breast emerges as a tropical delight fusing sweet and tangy flavors. Hawaiian-inspired ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a mouthwatering meal you’ll savor with pure culinary pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 can (20 ounces / 567 grams) pineapple slices, drained
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a sizzling 400F (200C), preparing for a flavor-packed culinary adventure.
- Sprinkle the chicken breasts with a tantalizing blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring each piece is thoroughly seasoned.
- Ignite a skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle with olive oil, and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until they develop a gorgeous golden-brown crust.
- Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish, then lavishly coat each piece with a generous layer of BBQ sauce, creating a glossy, tangy glaze.
- Artfully arrange pineapple slices atop each chicken breast, allowing the fruit’s sweet juices to mingle with the savory sauce.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finishing touch, serving alongside extra BBQ sauce to enhance the meal’s flavor profile.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly seasoned by patting dry before adding spices, promoting better browning and flavor absorption.
- Searing chicken creates a delicious golden crust that locks in moisture, preventing dry meat during baking.
- Choose a low-sugar BBQ sauce for a healthier version, or make your own homemade sauce to control sugar content.
- Swap chicken breasts with tofu or plant-based chicken alternatives for a vegetarian-friendly adaptation that maintains similar flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 289 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg