This dish combines tender, juicy chicken with the sweet tang of pineapple and the smoky depth of BBQ sauce, creating a delightful balance of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights or a fun family dinner.
1 cup fresh pineapple, diced (or canned pineapple chunks, drained)
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup red onion, sliced
1 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Aluminum foil
Chopped fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut four large pieces of aluminum foil, each about 12x18 inches. Fold each piece in half and crease it to create a center line.
In a bowl, season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Lay one seasoned chicken breast on one half of each foil piece. Top each chicken breast with an equal amount of diced pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Pour about ¼ cup of BBQ sauce over each chicken breast and vegetable mixture.
Seal the packets tightly and place them on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
Remove from the oven and carefully open the packets. Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped cilantro or green onions.
