Description
Hawaiian Chicken and Veggies is a vibrant dish that transports your taste buds to the tropics with its sweet and tangy flavors. Featuring tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and juicy pineapple, this recipe is perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. The quick preparation makes it an ideal choice for those looking to impress without the stress. Dive into this culinary escape and savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups assorted bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, green)
- 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, well-drained)
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Chop the bell peppers, slice the onion thinly, and drain the pineapple chunks.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Place marinated chicken in the baking dish; scatter bell peppers, onions, and pineapple around it. Drizzle any remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with veggies (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg