Easy Championship Chicken Recipe

This recipe is a crowd-pleaser, winning 1st place in a competitive cook-off! Originally crafted for a campfire cook-off (no propane allowed!), this Easy Championship Chicken recipe is now perfectly adapted for your oven. Featuring a sweet and savory pineapple-apricot glaze, juicy chicken, and optional grilled pineapple-cherry skewers, this recipe is guaranteed to be a family favorite. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or impressing your friends!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 486.3 kcal
Protein 80g
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Ingredients for Easy Championship Chicken

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How to Make Easy Championship Chicken

  1. Marinate 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts in 1 cup white wine or wine cooler overnight in the refrigerator.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  3. Drain the marinade from the chicken and place the chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup crushed pineapple (with juice), ½ cup apricot preserves, and ¼ cup honey.
  5. Pour the pineapple-apricot mixture evenly over the chicken in the baking dish.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. (Optional) While the chicken bakes, prepare the skewers: thread pineapple chunks and cherries onto skewers. Brush with remaining glaze and grill or pan-fry until slightly caramelized.
  9. Garnish the baked chicken with the grilled pineapple-cherry skewers (if using) and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

188g

Fat

2g

Carbs

20g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Championship Chicken?

Easy Championship Chicken takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Championship Chicken?

Easy Championship Chicken has approximately 486.3 calories per serving, with about 80 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Championship Chicken?

The key ingredients for Easy Championship Chicken are Boneless Skinless Chicken, Sweet Wine, Pineapple Chunks In Juice, Apricot Preserves, Honey. See the full list with measurements above.

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