Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup pineapple juice
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 red onion, chopped
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
3. Place chicken cubes in a large bowl or zip-top bag. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for 15–20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, chop the bell peppers, red onion, and pineapple into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
5. Add marinated chicken to the bowl of vegetables and pineapple. Pour in remaining marinade and toss until well coated.
6. Spread the chicken, vegetables, and pineapple in a single, even layer on the prepared sheet pan. Avoid overcrowding.
7. Roast in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender-crisp.
8. For more caramelization, broil on high for 2–3 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
9. Remove from oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
10. Serve hot over white rice, brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
Be sure to cut all ingredients into uniform pieces for even cooking. Do not overcrowd the pan—use two if needed. This recipe is easy to customize with other proteins like pork or shrimp, or swap in veggies like broccoli or snap peas. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Great for meal prep!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
