🍍🌶️ Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner – Sweet, Savory & Satisfyingly Simple 🥢🔥
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Why You’ll Love It: One-pan cleanup, tropical flavors, bold sauce, and crispy caramelized edges
🌴 Intro: A Sheet Pan Vacation to the Islands
Dinner shouldn’t be boring—and it definitely shouldn’t be a chore. Enter the Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner: a sweet-savory combo of juicy chicken breast, caramelized pineapple, tender veggies, and a sticky soy-ginger glaze, all roasted on one tray for easy weeknight bliss.
It’s inspired by island flavors, packed with color, and makes your kitchen smell like a tropical escape. And the best part? Minimal cleanup.
Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or just trying to get dinner on the table without a pile of dishes, this recipe is a total win.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
🐔 For the Sheet Pan:
2 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-size cubes
1 large bell pepper, chopped (any color)
1 large red onion, cut into wedges
1 ½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt & pepper, to taste
Sesame seeds & green onions (for garnish)
🍯 For the Hawaiian Marinade:
⅓ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
2 tbsp pineapple juice (from the can or fresh)
2 tsp sesame oil
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
½ tsp chili flakes (optional for a spicy kick)
1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening, optional)
Pro Tip: Want extra sauce? Double the marinade and simmer half on the stove with the cornstarch to make a sticky drizzle for serving.
🔪 How to Make It
🥣 Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, whisk together all marinade ingredients.
Add chicken cubes and toss to coat.
Let sit for 15–30 minutes (or up to 12 hours in the fridge for max flavor).
🍍 Step 2: Preheat Oven & Prep the Pan
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
Toss bell peppers, onion, and pineapple in olive oil, then spread evenly on the tray.
Arrange marinated chicken on top (reserve extra marinade if you plan to cook it into sauce).
🔥 Step 3: Roast to Perfection
Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until chicken is cooked through and lightly caramelized.
For extra char, broil for the last 2–3 minutes (watch closely!).
🍚 Step 4: Serve It Up
Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve over steamed rice, quinoa, or in lettuce cups for a lighter option.
🌀 Variations & Substitutes
🥩 Protein Swaps:
Use boneless thighs for juicier meat
Swap in shrimp (reduce cook time to 10–12 minutes)
Go vegetarian with tofu or chickpeas
🥬 Veggie Add-Ins:
Zucchini, snap peas, broccoli, or carrots
Add during the last 10 minutes to avoid over-roasting
🌶️ Want it Spicier?
Add sriracha or a fresh chopped chili to the marinade.
🧄 Need a Shortcut?
Use store-bought teriyaki or Hawaiian BBQ sauce and doctor it up with ginger and garlic!
🧺 Meal Prep & Storage Tips
Meal Prep: Divide into containers with rice or salad for 3–4 days of lunches
Fridge: Keeps well in an airtight container for up to 4 days
Freezer: Freeze cooked portions for up to 3 months; reheat in oven or skillet for best texture
🥢 Make It a Meal
Pair it with:
Steamed jasmine or coconut rice
Crispy wonton strips
A cucumber-lime salad or pickled veggies
Grilled pineapple mojito or lychee mocktail (check Zac Recipes’ drink section!)
📸 Picture Perfect Serving
Want that glossy, mouthwatering food photo?
Brush reserved marinade glaze on chicken just before broiling
Use colorful bell peppers and red onion for contrast
Sprinkle sesame seeds generously and use bright green onion tops
Tag your tropical masterpiece with #HawaiianSheetPanDinner and mention @zacrecipes.online to be featured!
🏁 Final Bite: Sheet Pan, Sweet Plan
This Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner hits all the right notes—easy, flavorful, colorful, and crave-worthy. Whether you’re feeding picky eaters, spice lovers, or meal preppers, this tropical twist on roasted chicken is a guaranteed hit.
Save it. Pin it. Cook it. This one deserves a spot in your weekly rotation. 🍍🔥🥢