Description
Experience a tropical twist with these Pineapple Barbecue Chicken Thighs, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will elevate any weeknight dinner or weekend barbecue. This quick and easy recipe takes just 25 minutes from start to finish, ensuring you can serve a delicious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. The juicy chicken thighs, coated in a tangy barbecue sauce and topped with succulent pineapple slices, are not only kid-friendly but also versatile enough to complement a variety of side dishes. Enjoy them with rice, salads, or grilled vegetables for a complete culinary experience. Whether you’re prepping for family dinners or festive gatherings, this dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 1½ tbsp vegetable oil
- 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 to 2 pounds)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple rings in juice
- ½ cup pineapple juice (from the can)
- ½ cup low sugar barbecue sauce
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until browned; flip and add butter, cooking for another 6-7 minutes until fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Whisk pineapple juice into the skillet to deglaze and stir well.
- Add barbecue sauce; whisk until combined and cook until thickened (about 2 minutes).
- Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it.
- Incorporate pineapple slices; cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 321
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 102mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in pineapple juice and spices for a few hours before cooking. Serve on steamed rice or toss into wraps for versatile meal options.