Gather all ingredients.
Place crushed pineapple (do not drain) in a large heat-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds or until warmed through. Remove from Microwave, add orange-flavored gelatin, and stir until it is mostly dissolved.
Carefully add boiling water to pineapple mixture and stir until Jell-O mixture is completely dissolved.
Add cream cheese to a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. You can also use a standalone mixer with a paddle attachment.
Add cream cheese to Jell-O-pineapple mixture and beat on low until smooth; fold in whipped topping. If any clumps remain, beat on low until desired consistency is reached.
Fold in pecans; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until completely set and firm to the touch, at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
Serve chilled.
