Protein packed teriyaki chicken and pineapple sheet pan meal.

This teriyaki chicken and pineapple sheet pan meal is a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Juicy chicken and caramelized pineapple pair perfectly with crisp bell peppers and onions, all coated in a homemade teriyaki glaze. The high-heat roasting enhances the natural sweetness and creates irresistible texture. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, meal prep, or casual family dinners. Quick to assemble and easy to clean up. Serve it hot with steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice to soak up the vibrant sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a fresh, restaurant-quality finish.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
• 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 green bell pepper (sliced)
• 1 red onion (sliced)
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• Sesame seeds & chopped green onions (for garnish)
• Rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for serving

For the Teriyaki Sauce

• 1/3 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
• 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp water
• 2 tsp sesame oil
• 2 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 tsp fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for thickening, optional)

Directions

1. Prep Oven & Pan: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or foil. (optional)
2. Make Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer. If you want a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir in; cook until thickened. Let cool.
3. Toss Ingredients: In a large bowl, toss chicken, pineapple, bell peppers, and onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Drizzle half the teriyaki sauce over and toss to coat.
4. Arrange & Bake: Spread mixture evenly on the sheet pan. Bake for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway, until chicken is cooked through and veggies are tender.
5. Finish & Serve: Drizzle with remaining teriyaki sauce. Toss if desired. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.

Tips

• Meal prep: Marinate chicken in teriyaki sauce for extra flavor.
• Add broccoli or snap peas for more veggies.
• Use canned pineapple if fresh isn’t available but drain well.

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