Description
This Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan recipe combines tender, thinly sliced chicken breasts with pineapple chunks, colorful bell peppers, and red onions, all tossed in a flavorful teriyaki sauce and olive oil. Baked to perfection on a single sheet pan, this quick and easy meal offers a delicious blend of sweet and savory flavors perfect for a hassle-free dinner. Serve it over cooked rice or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying, tropical-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks, drained
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Serving
- Cooked rice for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken breasts, pineapple chunks, sliced bell pepper, sliced red onion, teriyaki sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well until everything is evenly coated with the sauce and oil.
- Arrange on Sheet Pan: Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture in a single layer evenly across a large sheet pan to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender but still vibrant.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve hot. Optionally, spoon the Hawaiian chicken mixture over cooked rice for a complete and hearty meal.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces for consistent cooking.
- Do not skip olive oil as it keeps the chicken moist and adds flavor.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or zucchini to boost nutrition and flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Hawaiian chicken, sheet pan dinner, easy chicken recipe, teriyaki chicken, pineapple chicken, one-pan meal
