Baked Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Recipe | LaaLoosh (2024)

By Wendy Zitzman

Baked Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Recipe | LaaLoosh (1)

This Baked Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Recipe is one that my kids ask for again and again. I love that it’s super easy to make, and that it tastes fantastic!

Just pour the sauce over the chicken pineapple, and peppers, and bake! You could make this even lighter by using chicken breasts instead of thighs, but my family tends to prefer the dark meat. Breasts would probably work really well though, given that they are cooked in the sauce, so that would help keep them super moist and juicy.

Traditional Teriyaki sauces use a lot more sugar, which also helps give a thicker sauce, but this sauce is still deliciously sweet and flavorful without being too sweet. It’s also a perfect topper for steamed rice, which I highly recommend with it. Enjoy!

Baked Hawaiian Pineapple Chicken Teriyaki Recipe | LaaLoosh (2)

An easy to put together meal that delivers fantastic flavor and is light and healthy. The homemade Teriyaki sauce is a perfect compliment to the fresh peppers and pineapple.

3.52 from 191 votes

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Prep TimePrep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook TimeCook Time 30 minutes mins

Total TimeTotal Time 45 minutes mins

ServingsServings 6 servings

CaloriesCalories 242 kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs chicken thighs - skinless, boneless
  • 2 cups pineapple - diced
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 1 small red onion - diced
  • ½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
  • 4 cloves of garlic - minced
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mist a large baking dish with cooking spray.

  • Place pineapples, onion and bell peppers in baking dish. Top with chicken thighs.

  • Whisk cornstarch and 1 tbsp warm water together in a small bowl.Combine the cornstarch mixture, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and black pepper together in a small saucepan over low heat. Allow to simmer while whisking occasionally. Bring to a boil and allow to boil for 1 minute. Turn off the heat and set aside for at least 10 minutes, allowing it to cool and thicken.

  • Pour sauce on top of the chicken, then turn the chicken over to make sure every inch is coated in the sauce. Bake, uncovered for about 30-35 minutes.

Notes

The entire recipe makes 6 servings

The serving size is 1/6th of the dish

Nutrition

Calories: 242 kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 26.1 g (9%)Protein: 23.7 g (47%)Fat: 4.3 g (7%)Saturated Fat: 0 gCholesterol: 93 mg (31%)Sodium: 806 mg (35%)Potassium: 263 mg (8%)Fiber: 2.3 g (10%)Sugar: 18.3 g (20%)Calcium: 20 mg (2%)Iron: 2 mg (11%)

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AuthorWendy Zitzman

As your average, every day, All American woman, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts and ideas on many different topics that interest me such as dieting, health & fitness. Trust me when I tell you that this is one site you NEED to bookmark! I have the most amazing recipes with Weight Watchers Points that you won’t believe are low calorie! As an avid Weight Watchers follower, I have learned so many helpful tips and tools over the years that I am eager to share.

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    15 Comments

    1. Julie5 years ago

      Your recipes look awesome. I just wish when you print, the picture would print out also when you hit the print button. I tried to copy and paste, but no picture. I have had this problem with other websites, but they seem to have corrected the problem, and now the picture prints with the recipe. Thanks.

      • WendyPost Author5 years ago

        The print button is in the recipe card, right under the thumbnail.

    2. Blanca6 years ago

      This is a great recipe! I sub the honey with liquid Splenda to save more points, it came out wonderful!

    3. Ninfa foley7 years ago

      I made this recipe tonight but I don’t know how to Add it to my tracker on my ww app on my phone :/ can someone help

    4. Jenn7 years ago

      For those who have printing problems – just select what you want to print, Copy (ctrl + c) and Paste (Ctrl + V) into Wordpad or any other document program.

    5. B. Dasher-Andersen7 years ago

      Recipe still won’t print – only the image. Please fix ASAP. Thanks.

    6. Kim7 years ago

      Is it ok to use chicken breasts instead of thighs? If so would it change the cooking time?

      • Michelle T7 years ago

        I used chicken breasts and they worked well! I cooked them a bit longer, about 45 min. Just cut the middle and checked inside periodically until they were cooked through.

    7. Betty H7 years ago

      Printer friendly still not working. I have a daughter learning to cook – who is mentally challenged– so I like to print them out for her to read. Help ??? Tried t copy and paste and would not.

    8. mia7 years ago

      I just made this and it’s really delicious! Thanks for sharing!

      Do you think it would alter the WW points much if I added some sliced carrots?

    9. Ruby7 years ago

      The recipe instructions call for garlic in the marinade, but there is no garlic in the recipe ingredients. How much garlic and please add it to the ingredients.

      • Wendy ZitzmanPost Author7 years ago

        I must have accidentally left it out of the recipe list. My bad! I’ll correct it now. :)

    10. Annette Hegler7 years ago

      Do you not want your recipes to be copied? I know it says printer friendly, but I cannot get the recipe to print – only the photo and the paragraph below it. What am I doing wrong?

      • Lorraine6 years ago

        TO COPY : drag over all text & pictures until all is selected. Right click and copy. Open MS Word, right click and paste.
        It’s all there. Then print.

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    FAQs

    Is Hawaiian the same as teriyaki? ›

    The main difference between Japanese Teriyaki and Hawaiian, is there is no Mirin or Saki in it, as they used to be hard to come by in the islands."

    Does pineapple tenderize chicken? ›

    Armando Rafael for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Rebecca Jurkevich. Bromelain, the group of enzymes in fresh pineapple, is excellent at breaking down the connective tissues in thick, fibrous chicken breasts.

    What sauce is closest to teriyaki sauce? ›

    You can use hoisin sauce as a 1:1 replacement for teriyaki sauce in most recipes. Keep in mind that hoisin sauce is slightly thicker than teriyaki sauce, so you may need to adjust the consistency of your dish by adding a little water or broth.

    What is the difference between teriyaki chicken and Huli Huli chicken? ›

    What is the difference between huli huli chicken and teriyaki chicken? Both marinades make use of soy sauce, brown sugar, and ginger. However, teriyaki sauce includes rice wine, while huli huli sauce includes pineapple juice, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and garlic.

    Can you marinate chicken too long in pineapple juice? ›

    The bromelain enzyme in pineapple juice, for instance, is notorious for turning meat into mush very quickly, so much so that some cooks suggest marinating chicken breasts for only 15 minutes to prevent that from happening.

    What happens if you marinate meat in pineapple juice? ›

    The key ingredient lies within the pineapple itself: bromelain. This enzyme is the active ingredient that tenderizes meats naturally, breaking down tough protein fibers. As the meat marinates, bromelain gently breaks down these fibers, resulting in a noticeably softer, more tender texture.

    What flavor is similar to teriyaki? ›

    Sauces often used as a teriyaki substitute usually focus on an aspect of the flavour, for example tangy barbecue, salty oyster sauce or sweet hoisin.

    Is Huli Huli the same as teriyaki? ›

    Teriyaki sauce typically consists of soy sauce, sugar, mirin (rice wine), and sake. It has a well-balanced, sweet, and salty taste. On the other hand, huli huli sauce features pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, offering a sweeter, fruitier, and more aromatic flavor.

    What is the name of Hawaiian soy sauce? ›

    'Shoyu' comes from Japan and is renowned in Hawaii for referring to soy sauce.

    What is Hawaiian teriyaki sauce made of? ›

    What is this? Combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, ginger, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Simmer for about 10 minutes, longer if a thicker sauce is desired. Serve immediately over grilled or baked chicken or use as a marinade for chicken, beef, pork, or vegetables before cooking.

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