Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan. It’s perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner with minimal cleanup. This dish combines chicken with pineapple, bell peppers, and other ingredients that give it a sweet and savory tropical vibe.
Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or 1 can of pineapple, drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or coconut aminos for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or fresh grated ginger)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
- Cooked rice or quinoa (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place them in the center of the sheet pan.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Arrange the pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion around the chicken on the sheet pan.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and ginger. Taste the sauce and adjust for sweetness or salt, if necessary.
- Assemble the Sheet Pan: Pour the sauce over the chicken breasts, and drizzle some over the vegetables. Toss the veggies lightly in the sauce to coat evenly.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F) and the vegetables are tender.
- Optional Garnish: After baking, sprinkle the sesame seeds over the chicken and vegetables for a bit of crunch. You can also garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions.
- Serve: Serve the Hawaiian chicken and vegetables over cooked rice or quinoa for a complete meal. Enjoy your tropical-inspired dinner!
Tips:
- Chicken Thighs: If you prefer chicken thighs, they can be used in place of breasts. Just be sure to adjust the cooking time if needed.
- Vegetable Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, or snap peas to customize the sheet pan.
- Sweetness Level: You can adjust the honey or pineapple for a sweeter dish or reduce the honey for a more savory flavor.
Enjoy your easy and flavorful Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan dinner!
