Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Bacon Recipe
A sweet, tangy, and savory chicken dish featuring juicy pineapple, smoky bacon, and rich BBQ sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a backyard gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 6 slices bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 2-3 minutes per side until lightly golden.
- Place chicken in a baking dish. Top each piece with BBQ sauce, pineapple chunks, and bacon slices.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and bacon is crispy.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bacon for extra flavor and texture.
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg