Description
Sizzling Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner brings tropical flavors to your kitchen, melding sweet pineapple and savory chicken in one effortless meal. Spicy-sweet glaze and caramelized edges promise a quick, delightful dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Fresh Vegetables and Fruits:
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F and lining a sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup and optimal cooking surface.
- Craft a vibrant marinade by blending soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger in a mixing bowl, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
- Arrange raw chicken pieces across the prepared sheet pan, ensuring adequate spacing for even cooking and heat circulation.
- Distribute colorful pineapple chunks and chopped vegetables including bell peppers, onions, and broccoli around the chicken, creating a visually appealing and balanced composition.
- Drizzle olive oil across the pan’s contents, then sprinkle salt and pepper to enhance natural flavors and promote caramelization during roasting.
- Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken and vegetables, gently tossing to ensure comprehensive and uniform coating of all ingredients.
- Transfer the sheet pan to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, rotating the pan midway to guarantee consistent cooking and golden-brown edges.
- Verify chicken doneness by checking internal temperature reaches 165°F and vegetables appear tender with slight caramelization.
- Elevate the dish’s presentation by garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions for added texture and freshness.
- Serve immediately alongside steamed rice or quinoa to transform this vibrant sheet pan meal into a complete, satisfying dining experience.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes beforehand to enhance flavor penetration and tenderness.
- Opt for skin-on chicken thighs for extra juiciness and richer taste compared to chicken breasts.
- Cut vegetables and pineapple into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent texture.
- For a low-carb version, replace rice with cauliflower rice or serve over zucchini noodles for a lighter meal option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg