Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in chunks
1 1/2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or drained)
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red onion, sliced
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp olive oil, divided
2 tbsp light brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 tsp kosher salt, divided
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
2 tsp cornstarch + 2 tsp water (optional glaze)
2 tbsp chopped cilantro or green onions
Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Heat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels for better browning.
- Make the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 1 tbsp olive oil, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pineapple juice until smooth.
- Marinate the chicken: Add chicken pieces to the bowl and toss to coat. Reserve 3 tbsp marinade for later glazing. Let rest for 10–15 minutes.
- Assemble the pan: On the sheet pan, combine peppers, onion, and pineapple with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and pepper. Spread evenly. Place marinated chicken over the top, pouring remaining marinade from the bowl over it.
- Bake: Roast for 10 minutes, then stir gently. Brush with the reserved marinade and bake another 10–12 minutes, until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Optional glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup pan juices with cornstarch mixture. Simmer until thickened, then drizzle over the finished dish.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro or green onions, a squeeze of lime, and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve with steamed rice or quinoa.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use tamari instead of soy sauce.
Make ahead: marinate chicken up to 24 hours in advance.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 4 days.
Perfect for meal prep and family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sheet Pan
- Cuisine: Hawaiian Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~8 oz)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg