Description
Savor the delicious combination of juicy chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon, topped with tangy BBQ sauce and sweet pineapple. This Bacon Pineapple BBQ Chicken is perfect for family dinners or backyard barbecues, delivering a mouthwatering experience that will impress everyone at the table.
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, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Wrap each chicken breast with two slices of bacon, overlapping slightly.
- Use toothpicks to secure the bacon if necessary.
- Lightly grease a baking dish and place the wrapped chicken breasts inside, spaced apart.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Remove from the oven, brush BBQ sauce over each chicken breast, and sprinkle with diced pineapple.
- Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the BBQ sauce is caramelized and the pineapple is warmed.
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and the bacon is crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Serve on a platter or individual plates, drizzling extra BBQ sauce if desired.
- Serve with grilled corn, coleslaw, baked beans, salad, or rice.
- Gather with family or friends and savor the delightful flavors!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) covered with foil for 15-20 minutes, or in the microwave with caution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes