Description
A vibrant one-pan meal combining tender roasted chicken thighs, broccolini, and juicy pineapple glazed with a honey-sweetened teriyaki sauce. The high-heat roasting creates caramelized edges while keeping broccoli crisp and pineapple juicy. Ready in 35 minutes with zero cleanup, this balanced dish delivers protein, vitamins, and umami-kissed sweetness perfect for weeknight meals or meal prep.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 cups broccoli florets
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce (non-alcohol based)
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp ginger, grated
1 tbsp neutral oil
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Brush over chicken
Place chicken on one half of the tray, broccoli and pineapple on the other. Drizzle oil and season with salt/pepper
Roast 15-20 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F, broccolini is bright green with browned edges, and pineapple is caramelized
Brush additional glaze mixture over everything, return to oven 3-5 minutes for sticky finish
Garnish with green onions before serving
Notes
Use broccolini instead of broccoli for extra flavor
Pineapple can be substituted with mango or bell peppers
Leftovers stay fresh in airtight containers for 3-4 days
For thicker glaze, mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add in the final 2 minutes of roasting
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Meals
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion