Sheet Pan BBQ Pineapple Chicken

This sheet pan BBQ pineapple chicken elevates dinner to a whole new level. Chunks of fresh pineapple, chicken strips, and vegetables are tossed in your favorite barbecue sauce and baked until tender and juicy. This flavorful meal requires minimal effort—just chop, toss, dump, and bake!

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Pineapple chicken sheet pan dinner

Sheet pan meals are a perfect solution for busy weeknights, living up to their simple name. This pineapple chicken sheet pan dinner is a true lifesaver! Simply toss your ingredients onto a baking sheet, pop it in the oven, and before you know it, dinner is served!

This dish is not only quick and convenient but also bursting with flavor. It features caramelized veggies, tender chicken, and a delightful sweet-savory-spicy sauce that ties everything together. It’s a healthy, nutritious option that’s satisfying any time of day.

Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare—all on one sheet pan—making it a crowd-pleasing meal your whole family will adore.

Follow along with our step-by-step video guide or find us on YouTube for the complete recipe!

Cooking with pineapple

Pineapple is the secret star of this dish, this remarkable ingredient alone elevates the flavors to new heights. Adding a touch of fruit to dinner brings a natural sweetness that truly enhances the overall taste.

Cooking the pineapple not only softens its tartness but also intensifies its sweetness. When paired with smoky barbecue sauce and sweet bell peppers, it creates a perfect combo! Served over rice, this barbecue pineapple chicken brings a taste of summer to any season.

Sheet pan BBQ pineapple chicken ingredients

• Chicken: You can use chicken fillets, boneless/skinless chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins. For a variation, try turkey fillets.
• Pineapple: Fresh pineapple works best, but you can also use frozen pineapple chunks.
• Barbecue sauce: Use your favorite variety—something smoky with a hint of heat is ideal.
• Bell peppers: Use your preferred colors.
• Garlic: Fresh garlic cloves provide the best flavor; avoid pre-chopped or garlic powder.
• Red onion: Its delicate sweetness complements the pineapple well. Substitute with brown onion if needed.
• Olive oil and butter: These enhance flavor, keep ingredients moist, promote even browning, and help seasonings adhere.
• Low sodium soy sauce: Adds complex salty flavors, substitute with 2 teaspoons of salt if needed.
• Black pepper: Lightly seasons and enhances other flavors.
• Lemon juice: Balances out the flavors.

Helpful recipe tips

• To speed up cooking, slice chicken breasts and veggies into small pieces.
• Use your favorite vegetables or whatever you have on hand to save you from a trip to the store. Consider options like zucchini, carrots, or broccoli.
• Opt for a low-sugar barbecue sauce for a healthier choice.
• Prep ahead! If you have a busy week ahead, chop your ingredients the day or morning of serving. This way, when it’s time to bake, simply dump everything onto the pan and slide it into the oven.
• Enhance flavors with toppings such as chopped cilantro or scallions.
• Serve with steamed white rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice.

Storage

• In the fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
• To reheat: Warm leftovers in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until the chicken is heated through.
• In the freezer: Place in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.