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Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan

Bring the tropical vibes of Hawaii to your dinner table with this flavorful and easy-to-make Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan recipe, combining sweet and savory flavors for a delightful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs (700 g) 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 ½ cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup pineapple juice (from the can or fresh)
  • 3 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry, optional for thickening)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prep your baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or cooking spray.
  3. Prepare the chicken pieces in a bowl with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and chili flakes.
  4. Add the chopped bell peppers and red onion to the bowl and toss everything together.
  5. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Roast for about 15 minutes in the oven.
  7. Make the sauce by mixing soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, rice vinegar, and optional slurry in a bowl.
  8. Remove the sheet pan from the oven, drizzle half of the sauce over the chicken and veggies, and gently toss.
  9. Return the pan to the oven for another 10-15 minutes or until cooked through.
  10. Serve with remaining sauce and enjoy!

Notes

Serve over jasmine or coconut rice; garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for an extra tropical touch.

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