Description
Escape to Hawaii with this sizzling sheet pan chicken dinner! Juicy chicken, caramelized pineapple, and vibrant veggies ready in 35 minutes.
Ingredients
2 lbs (900g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 cups (320g) fresh pineapple chunks (or canned in juice, drained)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons pineapple juice (from canned pineapple if using)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Pat chicken thighs dry, cut into 2-inch pieces, and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce.
- Place chicken in a large bowl, pour half the sauce over it, and toss to coat. In a separate bowl, combine pineapple, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil and remaining sauce.
- Arrange chicken in the center of the baking sheet with pineapple and vegetables around the edges. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce temperature to 375°F (190°C) and continue cooking for 10-15 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Broil for final 2-3 minutes for extra caramelization, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.