Jerk-Spiced Chicken And Pineapple Tray Bake

This Jerk-Spiced Chicken and Pineapple Tray Bake is a vibrant celebration of Caribbean flavors, where succulent chicken thighs, are coated in a bold blend of jerk spices take center stage.

The texture of the tray bake creates a luscious glaze that coats a harmonious interplay of juicy, tender chicken infuse with a delightful warmth and the natural sweetness of juicy caramelized pineapple chunks.

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With eat bite, expect a thrilling explosion of heat from the spices, tempered by the tropical sweetness, resulting in a dish that’s both savory and sweet.

The tray bake cooking method not only makes it a breeze to prepare but also ensures that all the flavors meld beautifully, like this Try Baked Maple-Roasted Chicken Thighs With Sweet Potatoes And Brussels Sprouts, making for a dish that’s as visually enticing as it is delicious.

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Perfectly paired with coconut rice and a crisp coleslaw, like this Coconut Mango Slaw, this tray bake is a feast for the senses that brings a taste of the tropics right to your table.

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Jerk-Spiced Chicken And Pineapple Tray Bake

1 tablespoon jerk seasoning *See Cook’s Notes

1 pound (about 4-5) chicken thighs, boneless, skinless

1 pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks

1 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

2 limes, divided, 1 for zest, the other halved to place on try

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Cook’s Notes

Recipe to make 2 tablespoons of jerk seasoning.

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1 teaspoon ground allspice

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet, based on preference) – learn The Difference Between Regular And Smoked Paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice level)

1/2 teaspoon brown sugar (for a hint of sweetness)

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon salt

Mix spies together thoroughly in a small bowl. Use in recipe when called for. Store any left over spice in a jar with a tight lid. Use your mix with roasted vegetables.

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Heat the oven to 400 degrees.

Add chicken and pineapple to an extra large bowl. Add olive oil and jerk seasoning and mix until well coated.

Set the chicken thighs on a rimmed baking tray. Set the pineapple chunks and lime halves around the thighs.

Place the tray in the oven and roast until thighs reach 160 degrees, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove try from oven and transfer chicken thighs to a platter.

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Next, squeeze the limes over the pineapple, than stir with the pan juices, transfer to the platter.

Sprinkle your platter of Jerk-Spiced Chicken And Pineapple with lime zest and cilantro and serve.

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Try This Tray Bake Favorite

• Tray Baked Fennel-Crusted Chicken With Vegetables

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• One-Skillet Sweet-and-Sour Stir-Fried Pork with Pineapple
• One Skillet Hawaiian Style Pineapple & Spicy Mango Chicken Sausage
• Ginger Chicken Pineapple Salad

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