🌺 Hawaiian Chicken Sheet Pan (Mediterranean Style)

✨ Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken & Veggies

  • 1.2–1.5 lbs (550–700g) boneless chicken thighs or breasts

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges

  • 1 medium zucchini, sliced

  • 1–2 cups fresh pineapple chunks

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Mediterranean Hawaiian Sauce

  • 3 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (Mediterranean twist instead of vinegar)

  • 2 tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos

  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ tsp turmeric

  • ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

For Serving

  • Fresh parsley or cilantro

  • Optional: cooked quinoa, brown rice, or couscous


🍍 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C)

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly oil it.

2️⃣ Season the Chicken

In a bowl, combine:

  • Olive oil

  • Paprika

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  • Oregano

  • Salt & pepper

Coat chicken pieces well.

3️⃣ Mix the Mediterranean Hawaiian Sauce

Whisk together:

  • Olive oil

  • Lemon juice

  • Honey

  • Soy sauce

  • Tomato paste

  • Garlic

  • Turmeric

  • Chili flakes

Set aside.

4️⃣ Assemble the Sheet Pan

Spread on the pan:

  • Chicken pieces

  • Bell peppers

  • Onion wedges

  • Zucchini

  • Pineapple

Drizzle the Hawaiian Mediterranean sauce generously over everything.

5️⃣ Bake

Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
Broil the last 2 minutes for caramelized pineapple + golden chicken.

6️⃣ Garnish & Serve

  • Sprinkle fresh parsley or cilantro.

  • Serve over couscous, quinoa, brown rice, or enjoy as-is!


💛 Mediterranean Tips

  • Swap pineapple for mango if you prefer.

  • Add cherry tomatoes for extra Mediterranean color.

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier results.

  • If you want a lighter version, skip honey and use a splash more lemon.

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