Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Pineapple
Pineapple BBQ Chicken with Pineapple is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a sweet and tangy pineapple barbecue sauce. Grilled to perfection, this recipe infuses your summer gatherings with tropical vibes and delicious aromas. Ready in under an hour, it’s perfect for family dinners or outdoor barbecues. Serve it alongside fresh sides for a complete meal that will impress your guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 fresh pineapple, sliced into rings
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and minced garlic.
- Marinate chicken in half the sauce for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, basting with reserved marinade.
- Add pineapple rings to the grill during the last few minutes until caramelized.
- Serve grilled chicken topped with pineapple slices and drizzle with remaining marinade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with pineapple (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg