Hawaiian Baked Chicken

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this irresistible Hawaiian Baked Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, juicy bone-in chicken thighs baked in a luscious sauce made with sweet pineapple juice, salty soy sauce, rich honey, and a hint of tangy ketchup, this dish is a perfect balance of flavors. Complemented by fragrant garlic and ginger, the chicken is seared to golden perfection before being oven-baked with vibrant pineapple chunks, forming a beautiful caramelized glaze. Easy to prepare in just one oven-safe skillet, this dish saves you time on cleanup while delivering a gourmet feel. Garnished with fresh sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds, it’s a visually stunning and mouthwatering centerpiece for family dinners or tropical-themed gatherings. Pair it with fluffy steamed rice for a complete, satisfying meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
• 1 cup pineapple chunks (canned, drained)
• 0.5 cup pineapple juice (reserved from canned pineapple, or store-bought)
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger.

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down and sear them for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Flip the chicken and sear the other side for another 2 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared sauce into the skillet. Stir to deglaze the pan and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.

Step 6

Mix the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry, then whisk it into the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin-side up, nestling them into the sauce. Add the pineapple chunks around the chicken.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the dish rest for a few minutes to cool slightly.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving, if desired.

Step 11

Serve the Hawaiian Baked Chicken with steamed rice or a side of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1499.7 grams (1499.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2391

Total Fat 141.60g	182%
Saturated Fat 39.80g	199%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 729mg	243%
Sodium 5547mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 122.60g	45%
Dietary Fiber 4.80g	17%
Total Sugars 97.70g
Protein 171.10g	342%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220mg	17%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 2422mg	52%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 20.0%