Best Pineapple Baked Chicken Recipe How To Make Pineapple Baked Chicken

Ingredients

3/4 tsp. Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp. sweet paprika

1/4 tsp. garlic powder

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lb.)

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella

2 tbsp. freshly grated Parmesan

4 thin pineapple rounds

1/4 c. diced red onion

2 tsp. freshly chopped cilantro

Preparation

Step 1Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine Italian seasoning, sweet paprika, and garlic powder. Season chicken with salt and pepper.Step 2In a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Cook chicken on top side until golden, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and sprinkle all over with seasoning mixture. Step 3Sprinkle tops of chicken with 1 cup mozzarella and most of Parmesan. Arrange a pineapple round on top of each piece of chicken. Sprinkle with remaining ½ cup mozzarella and remaining Parmesan.Step 4Bake until cheese is melty and chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.Step 5Garnish with red onion and cilantro before serving.