Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breast for this recipe?

Yes. Boneless skinless chicken thighs work beautifully and tend to stay juicier than chicken breast throughout the roasting process. The cooking time may need slight adjustment, so always check with a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken has reached 165°F internally.

Can I use frozen pineapple for this Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan?

Absolutely. Thaw the pineapple completely and drain it very well before adding it to the pan. Excess moisture from frozen pineapple can prevent proper caramelization and create a watery result on the sheet pan.

Is this Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan recipe gluten-free?

Yes, as long as you substitute gluten-free tamari or coconut aminos for the regular soy sauce. Every other ingredient in this recipe is naturally gluten-free, making this an easy swap for anyone avoiding gluten.

How do I make this Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan spicier?

Add a drizzle of sriracha, a pinch of extra red pepper flakes, or some chopped fresh jalapeños directly into the glaze while it simmers. This adds noticeable heat without overwhelming the sweet and savory balance that makes this dish so good.

Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan The Best Sticky Tropical Dinner Ever

Name: Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan A Tropical One-Pan Weeknight Escape
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs 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 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks or canned drained; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes optional; 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup pineapple juice; 3 tablespoons honey or brown sugar; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch plus 2 tablespoons water optional for thickening

Description

Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan with juicy roasted chicken, caramelized pineapple chunks, and colorful bell peppers, finished with a sticky soy honey pineapple glaze simmered to a glossy shine. A vibrant tropical one-pan dinner ready in 45 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 1/2 lbs 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 1/2 cups fresh pineapple chunks or canned drained

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon chili flakes optional

1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce

1/4 cup pineapple juice

3 tablespoons honey or brown sugar

2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1 tablespoon cornstarch plus 2 tablespoons water optional for thickening

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and line large sheet pan with parchment

2. Spread chicken peppers onion and pineapple on pan drizzle with olive oil and season with garlic salt pepper paprika and chili flakes then toss

3. Roast 20 to 25 minutes flipping halfway until chicken reaches 165F and edges are caramelized

4. Whisk soy sauce pineapple juice honey and vinegar in saucepan and simmer 3 to 4 minutes

5. Stir in cornstarch slurry if desired and cook until thick and glossy

6. Drizzle warm sauce over the sheet pan or serve on the side

7. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions and serve hot

Notes

Drain canned pineapple well to prevent a watery result.

Simmer the sauce separately for a deeper glossier glaze.

Use two sheet pans if doubling to avoid overcrowding.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner Main Course
Method: Sheet Pan Roasting
Cuisine: Hawaiian American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 310
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 75mg

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