Baked chicken with pineapple

4 servings

120 minutes

Baked chicken with pineapples is a vibrant combination of tender, juicy meat and sweet fruity notes. This dish originated in American cuisine, where they love to experiment with flavor contrasts. The mustard and olive oil marinade gives the chicken a piquancy, while the pineapples make it even juicier and more aromatic. Baked in the oven until golden brown, it becomes a true centerpiece on the table. Perfect for festive dinners and family meals, pairing well with rice or a light salad. Try it — this balance of sweetness and spiciness will captivate you!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 967.3
• Proteins: 60.7g
• Fats: 73.3g
• Carbohydrates: 16.5g

Ingredients

• Chicken: 1 pc
• Mustard: 3 tsp
• Olive oil: 4 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Seasoning for chicken: to taste
• Canned pineapple chunks: 1 jar

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the marinade. For this, mix mustard, olive oil, spices, salt, and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mustard: 3 teaspoons
   • Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Seasoning for chicken:  to taste

2. Coat the chicken with marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken: 1 piece

3. Stuff the pineapples without syrup into the chicken. Secure the bottom of the chicken with toothpicks if necessary to prevent the pineapples from falling out.

   Required ingredients:

   • Canned pineapple chunks: 1 jar

4. Bake the chicken in the oven at 200 degrees for 1.5 hours, the duration depends on the weight of the chicken.