Description
Juicy Hawaiian chicken sheet pan delivers tropical flavors with minimal cleanup. Pineapple, bell peppers, and tender chicken create a quick, delicious dinner you’ll savor in one simple, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
Vegetables:
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large yellow or orange bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 (20 ounces/567 grams) can pineapple chunks, drained (reserve juice)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons pineapple juice (from the can)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon ginger
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F, creating an ideal roasting environment for the Hawaiian-inspired chicken medley.
- Chop and prepare chicken, bell peppers, onions, and pineapple into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent flavor distribution.
- Create a vibrant marinade by whisking together soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple juice, cornstarch, garlic powder, ginger, and optional red pepper flakes in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer the chopped ingredients into a large mixing bowl and generously coat them with the prepared marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly saturated with the tropical sauce.
- Arrange the marinated chicken, vegetables, and pineapple chunks onto a spacious rimmed baking sheet, carefully spreading them in a single layer to promote proper caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 30-35 minutes, rotating the ingredients midway through cooking to guarantee even browning and thorough cooking.
- Verify the chicken’s doneness by checking that it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables appear tender with golden-brown edges.
- Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving this delectable Hawaiian-inspired sheet pan dinner.
Notes
- Quick and hassle-free Hawaiian-inspired meal that brings tropical flavors directly to your dinner table.
- Combines sweet pineapple, tender chicken, and colorful bell peppers for a vibrant and satisfying one-pan dinner.
- Uses simple pantry ingredients to create a delicious sauce that caramelizes beautifully during roasting.
- Perfect weeknight meal that requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it ideal for busy families.
- Can easily customize with additional vegetables or swap protein for a personalized twist on the classic recipe.
- Achieves restaurant-quality flavor with just 10 minutes of active cooking time and minimal kitchen effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 315
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg