Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan

32 mins
Serves 6
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. 2Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  3. 3Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  4. 4In a small saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. 5In a small saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
  6. 6In a small saucepan, combine the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir it into the sauce and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
  7. 7Arrange the chicken breasts or thighs in the center of the sheet pan. Surround the chicken with the pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and red onion. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss them to coat. Season everything with salt and pepper.
  8. 8Arrange the chicken breasts or thighs in the center of the sheet pan. Surround the chicken with the pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and red onion. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss them to coat. Season everything with salt and pepper.
  9. 9Arrange the chicken breasts or thighs in the center of the sheet pan. Surround the chicken with the pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and red onion. Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss them to coat. Season everything with salt and pepper.
  10. 10Brush half of the Hawaiian sauce over the chicken and drizzle the remainder over the vegetables. Toss the vegetables lightly to coat them evenly.
  11. 11Brush half of the Hawaiian sauce over the chicken and drizzle the remainder over the vegetables. Toss the vegetables lightly to coat them evenly.
  12. 12Brush half of the Hawaiian sauce over the chicken and drizzle the remainder over the vegetables. Toss the vegetables lightly to coat them evenly.
  13. 13Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. For extra caramelization, broil the sheet pan for 2–3 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
  14. 14Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. For extra caramelization, broil the sheet pan for 2–3 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
  15. 15Roast in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. For extra caramelization, broil the sheet pan for 2–3 minutes at the end of the cooking time.
  16. 16Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken and vegetables for garnish. Serve warm over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles
  17. 17Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken and vegetables for garnish. Serve warm over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles
  18. 18Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken and vegetables for garnish. Serve warm over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0 salt and black pepper
  • 0 salt and black pepper
  • 0 salt and black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can or fresh)
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can or fresh)
  • 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from the can or fresh)
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 0.25 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional, for added flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional, for added flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil (optional, for added flavor)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional, for a kick)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional, for a kick)
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional, for a kick)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)
  • 2 tablespoons water (for cornstarch slurry)

Equipment

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Tips

  • Make It Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha to the sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Protein Options: Swap the chicken for shrimp, tofu, or pork chops.
  • Veggie Add-Ons: Include zucchini, snap peas, or broccoli for more variety