Sticky Sheet Pan Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
4 to 6 people
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Sticky Sheet Pan Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
Description
Chicken thighs and drumsticks are seasoned and placed on a foil-lined sheet pan, then coated with a honey-soy-brown sugar glaze that imparts sweetness and umami. Roasting at 425°F, the chicken is basted multiple times during cooking to create a sticky, caramelized exterior while keeping the interior juicy.
The accompanying pineapple salsa combines pineapple chunks, diced onion or shallot, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and seasoning, offering a fresh and fruity counterpoint. The salsa can be prepared in advance to allow the flavors to meld. This combination lends a balance between savory, sweet, and acidic elements with a pleasant textural contrast.
The dish is served immediately after roasting, making it practical for straightforward weeknight meals or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken thigh boneless, skinless
- 1 pound chicken drumstick
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
pineapple salsa
- 1 ½ cups pineapple chunks
- 1 onion diced, or shallot
- ¼ cup cilantro chopped
- 1 lime juiced
- pinch salt
- pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with foil and spray it with nonstick spray.
- Place the chicken thighs and drumsticks on the sheet and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder on both sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, sugar and vinegar. Brush the mixture on the chicken – you will have some leftover, but just brush one layer on before roasting.
- Roast the chicken for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, brush on more of the sauce and roast for 10 more minutes. Brush or spoon on any remaining sauce and roast for 15 more minutes, or until the inside temperature registers at 165 degrees.
- Remove the chicken and serve immediately with the pineapple salsa.
pineapple salsa
- Combine all the ingredients together in a bowl and stir. You can make this ahead of time and let it sit in the fridge so the flavors marry. It stores well in the fridge for 1 to 2 days.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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