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Flavorful Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner Recipe

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A sweet and savory sheet pan dinner featuring pineapple, soy sauce, tender chicken, and colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1/3 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 1 medium red onion, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the marinade: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl or resealable plastic bag. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, tossing to coat. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  4. Prepare the vegetables: Toss the bell peppers, snap peas, pineapple chunks, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Arrange them on the sheet pan in an even layer.
  5. Add the chicken: Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the sheet pan alongside the vegetables. Discard any remaining marinade from the chicken.
  6. Drizzle the remaining marinade: Pour the reserved half of the marinade over the chicken and vegetables on the sheet pan.
  7. Bake: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the vegetables are tender.
  8. Broil for extra caramelization: For crispy edges and extra flavor, turn on the broiler and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
  9. Garnish and serve: Remove the sheet pan from the oven, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired, and serve hot.

Notes

[‘Marinating the chicken adds depth and ensures it’s flavorful and tender.’, ‘Use fresh pineapple for better caramelization and brighter flavor.’, ‘Cut chicken and vegetables into similar-sized pieces for even cooking.’, ‘Spread ingredients in a single layer on the sheet pan to ensure proper roasting.’, ‘Keep a close eye on the broiler to prevent burning.’]

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Keywords: Hawaiian chicken, sheet pan dinner, pineapple chicken, easy dinner, healthy recipe

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