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Easy Juicy Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

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A quick and easy sheet pan dinner featuring juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs roasted with caramelized pineapple chunks and colorful bell peppers in a sweet-savory marinade.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned in juice)
  • 3 bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), sliced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Thinly sliced green onions for garnish
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the marinade: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated fresh ginger or ground ginger. Set aside.
  2. Marinate the chicken: Place chicken thighs in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat evenly. Reserve the other half for basting. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, up to 2 hours.
  3. Prepare the veggies and pineapple: Cut pineapple into chunks and slice bell peppers. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Arrange on sheet pan: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread marinated chicken thighs skin side up on a rimmed 18×13 inch sheet pan. Scatter pineapple chunks and bell peppers around the chicken, leaving space between pieces.
  5. Bake: Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and skin is crispy. Halfway through, baste chicken with reserved marinade and gently toss pineapple and peppers for even caramelization.
  6. Finish and garnish: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 15 minutes to ensure juiciness. Avoid crowding the pan to allow proper caramelization. For crispier skin, broil for 2 minutes at the end if needed. Adjust pepper cooking time for desired softness or crunch. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option. Leftovers reheat best in oven to maintain skin crispness.

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