Description
Barbecue Pineapple Chicken is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that combines the tangy, smoky flavors of barbecue sauce with the sweet, tropical notes of fresh pineapple. This mouthwatering recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and savory, making it a crowd-pleasing choice for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues.
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
2. In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, pineapple juice (if using canned pineapple), garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until well-combined.
3. Place the chicken in the prepared baking dish. Top with pineapple chunks and pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
4. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Just before serving, sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro over the top.
Notes
Barbecue Pineapple Chicken pairs beautifully with fluffy white rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg