BBQ Hawaiian Chicken Recipe (Cast Iron Skillet)

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
• 1 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese (or provolone/Monterey Jack)
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (drained and cut smaller)
• 1/4 cup red onion (sliced and chopped)
• 4 slices bacon (cooked and crumbled before recipe starts)
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh chives (chopped for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   NOTE: If you are adding bacon, make sure its cooked before you start this recipe.

2. 2

   Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet or a casserole dish.

3. 3

   Arrange chicken breasts in the skillet in a single layer and season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the chicken, then top with mozzarella cheese.

5. 5

   Add pineapple, red onion, and bacon, dividing evenly among the chicken breasts. Cut pineapple smaller if the chunks feel too large for a bite.

6. 6

   Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

7. 7

   Optional: Sprinkle with fresh chives before serving.