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Delicious Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets ready for grilling or baking.

Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets

A flavorful and easy to make dinner option with tender chicken, juicy pineapple, and a delicious teriyaki sauce, all cooked in a convenient foil packet.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Fusion
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple chunks, drained well
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
  • 1 small red onion, sliced or chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced or use garlic powder in a pinch
Sauces and Condiments
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce store-bought is totally fine
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce optional for extra salty depth
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar optional, if teriyaki sauce is not very sweet
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice adds brightness
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil optional, adds aroma
Seasoning and Toppings
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp green onions, sliced for topping
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds for topping
  • 4 sheets heavy duty foil to prevent leaks

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400 F, or heat your grill to medium high.
  2. Tear off 4 large sheets of foil, about 12 to 14 inches long.
  3. In a bowl, toss the chicken with teriyaki sauce, garlic, and a tiny splash of vinegar or lime juice. Add a drizzle of sesame oil if available.
  4. Divide chicken between the foil sheets, placing it in the center. Top each with pineapple chunks, peppers, and red onion. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Fold the foil into packets, sealing tightly to create air space for steaming.
Cooking
  1. Cook until the chicken is done. In the oven, it usually takes about 18 to 25 minutes, depending on size. On the grill, it often takes around 12 to 18 minutes.
  2. Carefully open the packets, avoiding the hot steam. Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Use heavy duty foil or double the regular foil to prevent leaks. Let packets rest for a couple of minutes after cooking to keep chicken tender. Customize each packet based on preferences for veggies or sauce.