Best 7 Pineapple Baked Chicken Breasts Recipes

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Pineapple Baked Chicken Breasts is a flavorful and juicy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The tangy sweetness of pineapple pairs perfectly with the tender chicken breasts, while the Parmesan cheese adds a crispy, golden crust. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family, and it's easy to make ahead of time, making it a great option for busy weeknights.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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Ginger and crushed pineapple flavor tender juicy chicken in this main dish recipe from Marcille Meyer of Battle Creek, Nebraska. Orange marmalade and lemon juice add just a hint of refreshing citrus tang. "It's simple to put together, low in fat and tasty, too," she says.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup chicken broth
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon ground ginger, divided
2 bone-in chicken breast halves (6 ounces each), skin removed
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons orange marmalade
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the broth, soy sauce and 1/2 teaspoon ginger; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2 hours, turning occasionally., Drain pineapple, reserving 1/2 cup juice; set aside 1/4 cup pineapple (refrigerate remaining pineapple and juice for another use). In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and reserved pineapple juice until smooth. Stir in the pineapple, orange marmalade, lemon juice and remaining ginger. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened., Drain and discard marinade. Place chicken in a 9-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with pineapple mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PINEAPPLE BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Make and share this Pineapple Baked Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by taillightsinsightbb

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 chicken breasts
2 tablespoons melted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup drained crushed pineapple
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In ungreased 9-inch square pan, place chicken, skin side up (I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts).
  • Brush with butter.
  • Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare glaze.
  • Pour over chicken breasts.
  • Return to oven and continue baking 30 to 40 minutes, basting occasionally until deep golden brown and tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1091, Fat 38.9, SaturatedFat 15, Cholesterol 216.1, Sodium 1225.6, Carbohydrate 125.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 120.5, Protein 62

EASY PINEAPPLE CHICKEN



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An easy weeknight dinner, this quick chicken stir-fry with pineapple is as delicious as it is colorful! Serve with rice for a complete meal, or fried rice for a treat. Add red chile flakes to the mix if you want something sweet and spicy!

Provided by Natasha

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Stir-Fry

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
½ teaspoon paprika
salt to taste
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 red bell pepper, cubed
1 bunch scallions, trimmed and sliced into 1/2-inch lengths
1 (12 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained and juice reserved
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Combine soy sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Add chicken strips and let marinate while preparing the remaining ingredients.
  • Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wok. Add bell pepper and stir-fry for 3 minutes. Add scallions and cook for 2 more minutes. Remove chicken from marinade and add to the wok; discard marinade. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the centre, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Combine pineapple juice and cornstarch in a bowl; mix together. Add pineapple chunks to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in pineapple juice mixture and bring to a boil. Simmer until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 64.6 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 782.9 mg, Sugar 14.9 g

CHICKEN WITH PINEAPPLE SAUCE



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This pineapple chicken is such a step up from a plain chicken breast. My family thinks the glaze also tastes good over ham. -Mary Ealey, Smithfield, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 cans (8 ounces each) crushed pineapple, undrained
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
Minced chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar and cornstarch. Stir in the pineapple, soy sauce, garlic salt and ginger. Cook and stir over low heat until thickened. , Place chicken in a greased 9-in. square baking dish. Pour half of the sauce over chicken. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 15 minutes. Bake 10 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 170°, basting several times with the remaining sauce. Sprinkle with chives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 700mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

PINEAPPLE BAKED CHICKEN



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Make and share this Pineapple Baked Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or boneless, skinless thighs)
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup lime juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons light soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Arrange chicken in a single layer in a baking dish.
  • Mix together pineapple, brown sugar, lime juice, mustard and soy sauce. Pour evenly over chicken.
  • Cover and bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.8, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.7, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 359.9, Carbohydrate 78.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 74.3, Protein 25.3

PINEAPPLE-MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Bromelain, the group of enzymes in fresh pineapple, is excellent at breaking down the connective tissues in thick, fibrous chicken breasts. In this simple marinade, grated pineapple completely alters the texture of the breast meat, resulting in something that's akin to luscious dark meat. Briefly marinating here is important: Leave it too long and the chicken will fall apart during cooking, becoming shreddy and a little gluey. Fifteen minutes is the sweet spot. The accompanying pineapple salsa is a bright topping for the juicy morsels of aromatic chicken and rice.

Provided by Eric Kim

Categories     dinner, weeknight, poultry, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 packed tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon fish sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for cooking
1 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup diced fresh pineapple (1/2-inch chunks)
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh pineapple, including accumulated juices
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
Cooked white rice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together the brown sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, fish sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, garlic powder, ground cayenne and black pepper. Transfer 1 tablespoon of this marinade mixture to a separate medium bowl and add the diced pineapple, red onion and cilantro. This is your salsa; toss until well mixed and set aside.
  • Add the grated pineapple and its juices to the marinade mixture in the large bowl, then add the chicken and toss to coat. Set aside to marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes (and no longer).
  • Once the chicken is done marinating, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high and add enough olive oil to lightly coat the bottom of the pan. Add the chicken pieces, leaving any marinade behind, in a single layer so that they don't touch and let cook until the bottoms are browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides and no longer pink on the inside, 4 to 5 minutes more.
  • Serve the chicken over rice and top with the reserved pineapple salsa.

EASY PINEAPPLE-GLAZED CHICKEN



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When you make this juicy chicken recipe, use the leg quarters for dinner tonight and save the breast portions to make Chicken Salad with Lemon-Yogurt Dressing tomorrow.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cut-up whole chickens (2 1/2 pounds each)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups pineapple juice
1 tablespoon grated, peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon minced pickled jalapenos
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Cooked white rice, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove skin from thighs and drumsticks; reserve breasts for Chicken Salad with Lemon-Yogurt Dressing. Season thighs, drumsticks, and wings with salt and pepper.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Saute chicken in two batches until golden, 5 to 7 minutes per batch, transferring each batch to a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake until chicken is cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Wipe skillet clean; add pineapple juice, ginger, and jalapeno. Cook over medium heat until syrupy and reduced to 3/4 cup, about 7 minutes. Pour sauce over chicken. Add scallions; toss to coat. Serve with white rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 g, Fat 15 g, Protein 26 g

Tips

  • Use fresh pineapple: Fresh pineapple has a brighter flavor and more juice than canned pineapple. If you're using canned pineapple, be sure to drain it well before using.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is a delicate meat, so it's important not to overcook it. Otherwise, it will become dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest: Once the chicken is cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more flavorful.
  • Use a variety of spices: The spices in this recipe can be varied to suit your taste. Try adding a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat, or a teaspoon of ground cumin for a smoky flavor.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This pineapple baked chicken is delicious served with a variety of sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion

Pineapple baked chicken is a simple and delicious dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give pineapple baked chicken a try!

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