Sheet Pan Hawaiian Chicken

This Hawaiian chicken sheet pan recipe is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor! Made with tender chicken breasts, fresh pineapple, and aromatics, ingredients meld together for the perfect symphony of sweet and savory. 

Hawaiian chicken sheet pan dinner

Here is my truth – I am a sheet pan meal’s number one fan. 

Seriously, a one-tray-wonder filled with yumminess is the kind of convenience I crave. No hovering over the stovetop. No oil splattering from a saucepan. Just me on the couch waiting for the kitchen timer to go off. 

Heaven, right? 

I’ve shared some darn tasty sheet pan meals in the past, like my Greek sheet pan chicken thighs, sheet pan sausage and potatoes, and one sheet pesto chicken and veggies. Today’s recipe is a delicious addition to the fam!

A Hawaiian chicken sheet pan dinner, complete with a tangy marinade, juicy pineapple, and crunchy bell peppers. It’s filling, nutritious, and way more interesting than plain ol’ chicken and rice.

Great for busy weeknight dinners or even serving on a whim, this sweet and tangy recipe is begging to be added to your regular meal rotation. 

Ingredients needed

Here’s a little bit on everything that goes into my Hawaiian chicken sheet pan recipe:

• Chicken breasts: The base of this recipe is 2 lbs of chicken breast. This gives the dish a great protein content.
• Bell peppers: For vegetables, I use 1 red bell pepper and 1 orange or yellow bell pepper. Their sweet flavors match well with the added pineapple. 
• Red onion: I also use one small red onion in this dish; they’re lightly sweet and milder than yellow onions. 
• Soy sauce: ⅓ cup of low-sodium soy sauce adds umami flavor to our marinade. 
• Ketchup: I use ¼ cup of ketchup in the marinade for sweetness and a bit of acidity. 
• Honey: ¼ cup of honey brings our sweet pineapple marinade together. 
• Pineapple juice: Bright and tangy, the marinade recipe calls for 2 tbsp of pineapple juice. 
• Rice vinegar: 2 tbsp of rice vinegar adds acidity to the dish to help cut some of the sweeter elements. 
• Garlic: 2 cloves of fresh garlic make this sheet pan meal smell divine while baking in the oven. 
• Ginger: I include 1 tbsp of fresh grated ginger for aromatics. I love its warm, subtly spicy flavor. 
• Red pepper flakes: ¼ tsp of red pepper flakes add just a hint of spice. Feel free to add more or less based on your preference. 
• Arrowroot powder: 1 tbsp of arrowroot powder helps to thicken the marinade, sticking to the sheet pan ingredients. You can substitute this for cornstarch if it’s what you have on hand. 
• Fresh pineapple: Finally, I use 4 cups of fresh pineapple. It becomes lovely and caramelized when baked. 

Kitchen tools required

Grab a few common kitchen tools to complete this Hawaiian chicken sheet pan recipe:

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Kitchen knife
• Cutting board
• Large mixing bowl
• Glass measuring cup
• Whisk

You’ll also need to grab a few measuring cups, including 1 cup, ⅓ cup, ¼ cup, 1 tbsp, and ¼ tsp. 

How to make a Hawaiian chicken sheet pan dinner

First things first – preheat your oven to 400 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking. 

Then, dice the chicken, bell peppers, and onion into 1-inch cubes and add them to a large mixing bowl.

With our chopped ingredients prepared, we’re going to mix our Hawaiian chicken marinade. Add soy sauce, ketchup, honey, pineapple juice, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to a glass measuring cup.

Whisk, whisk, whisk! When combined, whisk in arrowroot powder to thicken the marinade. 

Pour the marinade over your cubed chicken and vegetables, tossing until coated. Then, pour this mixture onto your prepared baking sheet in an even layer. 

Bake your Hawaiian chicken sheet pan meal for 10 minutes, then mix in pineapple chunks and bake for an additional 15 minutes. 

For a tasty, crispy topping, broil this Hawaiian chicken recipe for 3-4 minutes. Then, it’s ready to serve!

Recipe tips

Below are some common Hawaiian chicken recipe questions. Don’t see the answer you’re looking for? Leave a comment at the bottom of this post!

How do you serve sheet pan Hawaiian chicken?

Serve your Hawaiian chicken over a bed of fluffy rice. Make sure to scoop up any extra saucy liquid from your sheet pan to keep the chicken nice and juicy. 

I recommend serving this meal with creamy coconut rice, made with coconut milk and lime juice, for an extra special dish. 

Tasty side dish options include grilled vegetables, chili lime sweet potato fries, creamy coleslaw, and pineapple mango salsa. 

Can I use frozen or canned pineapple?

If fresh pineapple is hard to come by or simply not in season, you can easily substitute for frozen or canned pineapple. 

If you’re using frozen, you may want to thaw and drain your pineapple beforehand. Otherwise, it’ll likely steam instead of roasting brown. 

How can I add spice to this dish?

If you like your food spicy, feel free to add additional red pepper flakes, diced red chile peppers, or a bit of cayenne pepper to taste. 

Sriracha also makes a yummy topping for folks to customize their spice levels. 

What toppings can I add to this Hawaiian chicken sheet pan dish?

When serving this sheet pan meal, I like dressing the table with plenty of topping options. Some of my favorites include:

• Toasted nuts (cashews, macadamia nuts)
• Shredded coconut
• Lime wedges
• Chopped green onion
• Fresh cilantro
• Toasted sesame seeds

Storing leftovers

This Hawaiian chicken sheet pan meal is great for meal prep; the leftovers taste just as good (if not better!).

To store this recipe, allow it to cool completely. Then, add leftovers to an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. 

If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!

Looking for more easy dinner recipes? Check out a few of my savory favorites. 

• Healthy Sloppy Joes
• Creamy Salmon Orzo Skillet
• Sausage French Onion Pasta
• Easy Wonton Soup
• Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs

Recipe by Erin Antoniak and Photos by Bake and Bacon

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