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Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Bacon

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This Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Bacon is a sweet, smoky, and savory dish that’s loaded with flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are topped with tangy BBQ sauce, caramelized pineapple slices, and crispy bacon, then baked or grilled to perfection. It’s a quick, easy meal that feels like summer in every bite!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup barbecue sauce (your favorite brand)

  • 4 pineapple rings (fresh or canned, drained)

  • 4 slices bacon (cooked until crispy)

  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (if cooking on stovetop or grill)

  • Fresh chopped parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Oven Method:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.

  2. Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

  3. Place chicken in the baking dish. Brush generously with BBQ sauce.

  4. Top each chicken breast with a pineapple ring, a slice of cooked bacon, and shredded cheese if using.

  5. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through (internal temp 165°F).

  6. Broil for the last 2–3 minutes for a bubbly, caramelized top.

  7. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.

Grill Method:

  1. Preheat grill to medium heat. Oil the grates.

  2. Season and grill chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, basting with BBQ sauce as it cooks.

  3. Add pineapple slices to the grill for 1–2 minutes per side until charred.

  4. Top chicken with bacon, pineapple, and cheese (if using). Cover grill until cheese melts.

  5. Serve with extra sauce and garnishes.

Notes

  • Use turkey bacon or skip it for a lighter version.

  • Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or with grilled veggies.

  • Want to make it spicy? Add a dash of hot sauce or sliced jalapeños.

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