Description
Sheet Pan Hawaiian Chicken with Pineapple brings tropical flavors straight to your dinner table with minimal cleanup. Toss together juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and zesty seasonings for a simple meal that transports your taste buds to paradise.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Fruits and Vegetables:
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Fire up your oven to 400°F and line a sturdy sheet pan with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Craft a zesty marinade by whisking 2 tbsp olive oil, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 3 minced garlic cloves together in a large mixing bowl.
- Toss your 3-4 chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs) into the marinade, ensuring each piece gets thoroughly coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Add 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks and 2 cups mixed bell peppers to the bowl, gently stirring to distribute the marinade evenly.
- Carefully arrange the chicken, pineapple, and peppers across the sheet pan, spreading them in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
- Slide the pan into the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, watching for the chicken to turn golden and reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the dish rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Optional: Sprinkle fresh cilantro over the top for a bright, herbal finish before serving.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for extra flavor by letting it sit in the sauce for 30 minutes before baking, which helps tenderize the meat.
- Cut chicken and pineapple into similar-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and prevent smaller pieces from burning.
- For a low-carb version, swap rice with cauliflower rice or serve over a bed of mixed greens.
- Check chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to guarantee perfectly cooked, juicy chicken without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Sheet-Pan
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 470 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg