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Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful peppers in a savory glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Hawaiian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1.5 cups fresh pineapple chunks or canned, drained
Seasoning and Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.25 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 0.33 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup pineapple juice
  • 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional for thickening)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. On the pan, spread out the chicken, bell peppers, onion, and pineapple.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and optional chili flakes. Toss to coat evenly.
Cooking
  1. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway until the chicken hits an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  2. While it’s baking, in a saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, and vinegar. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. If you want it thicker, add the cornstarch slurry and cook until glossy.
  3. Once everything’s done, drizzle the sauce over your chicken and veggies or serve it on the side. Optionally garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions.

Notes

Timing is everything: Start the sauce while the chicken is roasting to maximize flavors. Add zucchini or snap peas for extra crunch. Don’t skip toasting the garlic— it makes all the difference! Serve with rice or quinoa, and store in fridge for up to 4 days.