Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan
This Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan meal is packed with juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful veggies, all coated in a delicious tropical marinade.
Equipment
- Sheet Pan
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Vegetables
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Cut into bite-sized chunks.
- 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple chunks Or canned, drained.
- 1 red bell pepper Chopped.
- 1 yellow bell pepper Chopped.
- 1 small red onion Sliced.
- 1 small zucchini Sliced (optional).
- 2 tbsp olive oil For roasting.
For the Hawaiian Marinade
- ¼ cup soy sauce Or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
- ¼ cup pineapple juice
- 2 tbsp honey Or brown sugar.
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 tsp fresh ginger Grated.
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar Or apple cider vinegar.
- 1 tbsp sesame oil Optional, for extra flavor.
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes Optional, for heat.
For Garnish
- chopped fresh cilantro or green onions For serving.
- sesame seeds For extra crunch.
- lime wedges Optional, for extra tang.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, garlic, ginger, vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 10 minutes (or marinate in the fridge for up to 2 hours).
- On the sheet pan, spread the chopped bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and pineapple chunks. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it evenly over the vegetables on the sheet pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions, sesame seeds, and lime wedges if desired.
- Serve hot over rice or with a side of noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
For extra caramelization, broil for the last 2 minutes of baking. Serve with jasmine rice or quinoa for a healthy meal.