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Baked Pineapple Chicken

This Baked Pineapple Chicken  features chicken fillets  that are topped with sautéed onions, pineapple chunks, a creamy mayo-sour cream mixture, and Monterey Jack cheese, then baked. Experience a harmonious blend of savory, sweet, and creamy flavors in every bite. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Course: Chicken recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: baked pineapple chicken, chicken breast recipes
Servings: 4
Author: chefjar

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts sliced horizontally to make 4 fillets
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 can 20 oz pineapple chunks
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion sliced
  • 1/2 cup full fat mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley to garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cut each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 4 thin fillets.
  • Place the fillets on a cutting board, cover with plastic wrap, and gently pound them with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer until they are evenly flat.
  • Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Drain the liquid from the can of pineapple chunks as you won't need it. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Keep aside.
  • In a medium skillet, heat the oil. Once it is hot, add the onions and sauté until they turn golden brown. Transfer to a plate. Keep aside.
  • In a small bowl, mix together room temperature sour cream, mayonnaise, and curry powder. Taste the mixture and add salt if needed.
  • Transfer the chicken to the prepared baking sheet. Evenly distribute the fried onions and pineapple pieces over the chicken fillets. Then, carefully spread the sour cream-mayonnaise sauce and top with grated cheese.
  • Bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes. To ensure the chicken is fully cooked and remains juicy and tender, use an instant-read thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F. You can broil in the last 1-2 minutes for charred edges.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

To store, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate the chicken for up to 3-4 days. We don't recommend to freeze it as mayonnaise and sour cream mixtures do not freeze well and they tend to separate and become watery when thawed. When ready to eat, reheat the chicken in the oven at 350°F until warmed through, ensuring it retains its moisture and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 28g | Cholesterol: 157mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 4g