Description
This BBQ Chicken with Pineapple and Bacon features tender chicken breasts baked in BBQ sauce, topped with juicy pineapple and crispy bacon, creating a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1 inch.
- Mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts.
- In a skillet, cook bacon until crispy (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Once cooled, chop the bacon into small pieces.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Place seasoned chicken breasts in the dish in a single layer.
- Pour BBQ sauce over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Sprinkle diced pineapple and chopped bacon over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy topping.
- Let the dish rest for 5 minutes.
- Optionally, sprinkle with fresh cilantro or parsley.
- Slice the chicken and serve with pineapple and bacon mixture.
Notes
- For a smoky flavor, consider grilling the chicken instead of baking.
- You can add shredded cheese during the last few minutes of baking for extra richness.
- Feel free to include vegetables like bell peppers or red onions for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes