Description
Hawaiian chicken sheet pan dinner blends sweet and savory flavors from Pacific island cuisine. Marinated chicken, caramelized pineapple, and colorful vegetables create a simple, delicious meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
Vegetables:
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat the oven to a high temperature of 400F (200C), preparing a spacious baking sheet for a vibrant tropical-inspired meal.
- Create a zesty marinade by whisking together soy sauce, honey, olive oil, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper in a generously sized mixing bowl.
- Tumble chicken cubes into the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated with the fragrant mixture.
- Spread chicken, colorful bell peppers, sliced red onion, and juicy pineapple chunks across the baking sheet, arranging them in a single, even layer.
- Drizzle any remaining marinade over the ingredients to maximize flavor infusion.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches perfect doneness and vegetables become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Finish the dish by scattering freshly chopped green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds across the top for added texture and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a delightful Hawaiian-inspired sheet pan feast.
Notes
- Toast sesame seeds beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and release aromatic oils, adding depth to the dish.
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier results that stay tender during high-heat roasting.
- Keep pineapple chunks large to prevent burning and maintain their sweet, caramelized texture during baking.
- Use fresh garlic instead of pre-minced for brighter, more vibrant flavor that elevates the entire Hawaiian-inspired profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 235 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg