Description
This Pineapple BBQ Baked Chicken Breast recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a sweet and tangy pineapple barbecue sauce, enhanced by crispy bacon bits. Baked to perfection, it’s a flavorful and juicy meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 chicken breasts
- 4 bacon strips (cooked and chopped)
Fruit
- 1 ½ cups pineapple, diced
Sauce & Seasonings
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (homemade or Sweet Baby Ray’s storebought)
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bacon: Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces and sauté in a medium skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Prepare barbecue sauce mixture: In a bowl, combine the barbecue sauce, brown sugar, and hot sauce. Stir well to blend the flavors. Spread a thin layer of this mixture on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Prepare chicken breasts: Lightly pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Place the chicken breasts on top of the barbecue sauce layer in the baking dish.
- Add pineapple and bacon: Cut the pineapple into bite-sized pieces if not already done. Scatter the diced pineapple and the cooked bacon over and around the chicken in the baking dish.
- Top with barbecue sauce and bake: Pour the remaining barbecue sauce mixture evenly over the chicken, pineapple, and bacon. Bake uncovered in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and has reached an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is fully cooked but not overdone.
- You can use store-bought barbecue sauce for convenience or homemade for personalized flavor.
- Adjust hot sauce quantity according to your heat preference.
- Serve with rice or a fresh green salad to balance the sweetness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to retain moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
