Ingredients
– Four boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total, 4 ounces each)
– Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
– 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided
– 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
– 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
1-First, grease a baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze.
2-Next, season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper for that essential base flavor.
3-Arrange the chicken in the dish, then rub one-third of the barbecue sauce over the breasts to lock in moisture and taste.
4-Top the chicken with the drained pineapple chunks for a burst of tropical sweetness.
5-Pour the remaining barbecue sauce on top and cover the dish with plastic wrap.
6-Refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 2 hours if you have time this step boosts the flavor but isn’t a must.
7-Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, remove the wrap, and drizzle olive oil over the chicken for a golden finish.
8-Bake uncovered for 32 to 35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
9-Let it stand for 5 minutes before serving to keep everything tender.
Last Step:
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🍴 Marinate chicken in barbecue sauce and pineapple for enhanced flavor.
🌡️ Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely.
☀️ Adjust cooking time based on chicken size and thickness for perfect results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Optional marinating time: 30-120 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 291
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 501mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0.01g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 73mg