Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?

Yes, you can. However, thighs stay juicier and more tender during baking. If using breasts, check for doneness a few minutes earlier.

Is this recipe freezer-friendly?

Definitely. Cook it, let it cool, then freeze. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick meal.

What can I serve with this?

Cauliflower rice is a great low-carb choice. White rice or a fresh cucumber salad would also be delicious.

Easy Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Meal (Whole30 and Paleo)

Name: Easy Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan Meal (Whole30 and Paleo)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients: 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 1 red onion, chopped; 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice); 1 tablespoon olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 cup pineapple juice; 1/3 cup coconut aminos; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon tapioca flour

Description

A one-pan tropical dinner made with juicy chicken thighs, pineapple, bell peppers, and a sticky, tangy Whole30-friendly sauce.

Ingredients

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2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks

1 red bell pepper, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 red onion, chopped

2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

For the Sauce:

1/2 cup pineapple juice

1/3 cup coconut aminos

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 tablespoon tapioca flour

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).

2. Place chicken, peppers, onion, and pineapple on a sheet pan.

3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss well.

4. Bake for 20–25 minutes.

5. While baking, whisk all sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.

6. Remove sheet pan from oven, pour sauce over contents, toss to coat.

7. Return to oven for 5 more minutes.

8. Optional: Broil for 2 minutes for caramelization.

Notes

Use pineapple packed in juice, not syrup.

Coconut aminos make this soy-free and Whole30 compliant.

Arrowroot powder can be used instead of tapioca flour.

Ideal for meal prep and reheats well.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Hawaiian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 399
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 520mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 155mg