This baked chicken breast is wonderful paired with creamy Mashed Potatoes and Fresh Coleslaw or sweet Corn on the Cob, for an easy, excellent chicken dinner.
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Hey, hey! Valentina with Valentina’s Corner sharing our favorite Baked Chicken Breast Recipe! This baked bbq chicken breast recipe doesn’t get any better. Not only is it super easy to make (seriously 10 minute prep time), it’s packed with so much flavor but has only 6 ingredients. The combination of pineapple and barbecue with chicken is so good, the recipe just tastes Hawaiian, like this Pineapple Fried Rice. This recipe will remind you of a Hawaiian pizza, but without the carbs from the dough.
How to Make BBQ Baked Chicken:
How Long to Bake Chicken Breast?
Baking chicken breast is so easy and the time will slightly vary depending on the size of the breast and the temperature you bake the chicken at (and of course, any added toppings may add to the baking time). You always want the internal temperature of the chicken to be 165°F, measuring the thickest part of the chicken.
350°F – The baking time will be about 28-33 minutes. 375°F – The baking time will be somewhere between 25-30 minutes. 400°F – You’ll want to bake the chicken between 22-26 minutes.
What Kind of Barbecue Sauce do I use?
This recipe was tested with homemade BBQ Sauce and Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue sauce – both of these are sweet BBQ sauces that work best with this recipe. You are more than welcome to try the recipe with your favorite BBQ sauce, however, it will change the flavor profile.
Can I Make the BBQ Chicken Breast in Advance?
Yes! This oven-baked dish is perfect to prepare the morning of or night before if you are planning a party! It’s especially great if you will be in a rush and need a quick dinner.
The flavors of this chicken bake are exciting. If you like to try unique combinations, you are in for a treat! The sweetness from the pineapples combined with a bit of a kick from the hot sauce in barbecue is amazing on this tender oven-baked chicken.
You’ll Want to Try These Chicken Recipes:
Try these once and you will make them over and over. These chicken recipes are perfect for busy weeknights.
Chicken Stir Fry – so saucy and better than takeout Lemon Chicken Pasta – easy 30-minute dinner Easy Chicken Casserole– in the creamiest sauce Chicken Tetrazzini – creamy, cheesy pasta bake
