Baked Chicken with Pineapple

 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven
   Set oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Season the Chicken
   Place chicken in the dish and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
3. Prepare the Pineapple Sauce
   In a bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar (or honey), ketchup, vinegar, garlic, and ginger (if using).
4. Add Pineapple
   Scatter pineapple chunks over the chicken, then pour the sauce evenly on top.
5. Bake
   Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
6. Thicken the Sauce (Optional)
   Transfer the sauce to a small pan, stir in the cornstarch slurry, and simmer 1–2 minutes until thickened. Pour back over the chicken.
7. Serve
   Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds. Serve hot with rice, noodles, or roasted vegetables.

 Result:
Tender chicken in a glossy, tangy-sweet pineapple glaze—comforting, flavorful, and packed with tropical flair.