Description
Experience the delightful fusion of sweet pineapple and tender chicken with this easy-to-make Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this dish combines juicy chicken with vibrant vegetables and a tangy BBQ sauce, all cooked on a single sheet pan for effortless cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults. Customize your serving options by pairing it with rice, pasta, or even in tacos for a fun twist. This versatile recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast or thighs (cut into pieces)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 bell peppers (cut into chunks)
- 1 red onion (roughly chopped)
- 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 garlic cloves (grated)
- Rice for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Chop chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine seasoned chicken, pineapple, vegetables, BBQ sauce, and grated garlic; mix well.
- Line a sheet pan with foil or spray it with non-stick cooking spray. Spread the mixture evenly on the pan.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- Serve over rice or your preferred base.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (365g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg