Description
A tropical twist on a classic sheet pan meal! This Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan dish combines tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and vibrant bell peppers in a sweet and savory glaze. It’s an easy one-pan meal with bold flavors and effortless cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken & Vegetables:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped yellow bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper, to taste
For the Glaze:
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
For Serving:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) for even roasting.
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Add the sliced chicken and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop the bell peppers, red onion, and pineapple into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- Arrange on Sheet Pan: Place the marinated chicken in the center of a rimmed baking sheet. Scatter the chopped vegetables and pineapple around the chicken. Drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve: Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds. Serve over cooked rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts for chicken thighs for added juiciness.
- Try adding zucchini, snap peas, or carrots for extra veggies.
- Serve with a side of quinoa or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: ~350
- Sugar: ~21g
- Sodium: ~850mg
- Fat: ~6g
- Saturated Fat: ~1g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~5g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~45g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~30g
- Cholesterol: ~70mg
Keywords: Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan, pineapple chicken bake, one-pan meal, teriyaki chicken, tropical chicken recipe, easy sheet pan dinner