{"id":1003,"date":"2026-01-20T20:02:30","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T20:02:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=1003"},"modified":"2026-01-20T20:02:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T20:02:30","slug":"pineapple-bbq-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/20\/pineapple-bbq-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"PINEAPPLE BBQ CHICKEN"},"content":{"rendered":"

PINEAPPLE BBQ CHICKEN<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Sweet, Tangy & Smoky Chicken with a Tropical Twist<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Perfect for the grill<\/strong> or the oven<\/strong>\u2014easy, juicy, and full of flavor<\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS (SERVES 4)<\/strong><\/h2>\n
    \n
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or<\/strong> thighs<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup pineapple juice<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite)<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar<\/li>\n
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n
  • 1\/2 teaspoon smoked paprika<\/li>\n
  • Salt, to taste<\/li>\n
  • Black pepper, to taste<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Optional garnish:<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    • Chopped cilantro or<\/strong> green onions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      PREPARE THE MARINADE<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      In a bowl, mix together:
      \npineapple juice, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.<\/p>\n

      MARINATE THE CHICKEN<\/strong><\/h2>\n
        \n
      • Place the chicken in a shallow dish or zip-top bag.<\/li>\n
      • Pour the marinade over the chicken, making sure it\u2019s fully coated.<\/li>\n
      • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes<\/strong> (up to 4 hours<\/strong> for deeper flavor).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        COOK THE CHICKEN<\/strong><\/h2>\n

        GRILL METHOD<\/strong><\/h3>\n
          \n
        • Preheat grill to medium-high heat<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
        • Grill chicken 6\u20138 minutes per side<\/strong>, brushing with marinade.<\/li>\n
        • Cook until internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0F \/ 74\u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          OVEN METHOD<\/strong><\/h3>\n
            \n
          • Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
          • Place chicken in a baking dish.<\/li>\n
          • Spoon a little marinade over the top.<\/li>\n
          • Bake for 25\u201330 minutes<\/strong> until fully cooked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            ADD THE PINEAPPLE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
              \n
            • During the last 5\u20137 minutes<\/strong> of cooking, add fresh pineapple chunks.<\/li>\n
            • Let them caramelize slightly for extra sweetness and color.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              SERVE<\/strong><\/h2>\n
                \n
              • Serve chicken with caramelized pineapple on top or on the side.<\/li>\n
              • Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                Great with:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                  \n
                • Steamed rice<\/li>\n
                • Roasted vegetables<\/li>\n
                • Fresh green salad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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