Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- 1 3/4 lbs chicken breast, cut into 1″ cubes
- 6 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp fresh ground ginger
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Vegetables and Pineapple
- 3 cups chopped pineapple (about 500 grams)
- 2 bell peppers, chopped (about 360 grams)
- 1 medium red onion, cut into chunks (about 250 grams)
Other
- 1 pouch Ben’s Original Ready Rice Jasmine Family Size Rice
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade and Marinate Chicken: Add all sauce ingredients—soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, ginger, cornstarch, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes—to a jar, seal, and shake vigorously until fully combined with no chunks remaining. Pour half of this sauce over the cubed chicken in a bowl, tossing until the chicken is evenly coated. Set aside to marinate while you prepare the vegetables.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line one or two baking sheets with aluminum foil for easy cleanup and better heat distribution. Set aside.
- Toss Vegetables and Pineapple: Chop the pineapple, bell peppers, and red onion as directed. In the same bowl used for the chicken (or a separate bowl if preferred), toss the chopped pineapple and vegetables with the remaining half of the marinade sauce until well coated.
- Arrange and Bake: Spread the marinated chicken and vegetable mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet(s). Using two sheet pans is optional but recommended to avoid overcrowding and enhance browning.
- Roast and Broil: Bake for 20 minutes. Then, turn the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to get extra browning and slight caramelization on the chicken and veggies. Keep a close eye during broiling to prevent burning.
- Serve: Heat the ready rice according to package instructions. Serve the roasted Hawaiian chicken and vegetables over the jasmine rice. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Using two baking sheets helps spread out the chicken and vegetables, leading to better caramelization and less steaming.
- Adjust red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
- Fresh ginger adds the best flavor, but ground ginger can be substituted in a pinch.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the soy sauce with a gluten-free tamari sauce.
- Ensure chicken is cut into uniform cubes to allow even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
