Description
These Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets are packed with sweet and savory flavor, featuring juicy chicken thighs, tangy pineapple, and colorful veggies all wrapped up and baked or grilled in foil. A quick, mess-free meal that’s perfect for weeknights or outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 small red onion, sliced
½ cup thick teriyaki sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray (for foil)
Instructions
1. Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Slice red bell pepper and red onion. Drain pineapple if using canned.
2. In a bowl, mix chicken, teriyaki sauce, and minced garlic. Let marinate for 10–20 minutes.
3. Tear heavy-duty foil into large squares. Lightly spray each with cooking oil.
4. Divide the chicken mixture among the foil pieces. Top with bell pepper, onion, and pineapple chunks.
5. Fold foil tightly into packets, sealing all sides.
6. Bake in a 400°F oven for 20–25 minutes or grill over medium heat for 15–20 minutes.
7. Carefully open packets, watching for steam. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
8. Serve hot as-is or over rice.
Notes
Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing and leakage, especially on the grill.
For stronger flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in the teriyaki sauce.
Add extra vegetables like zucchini or snap peas, sliced thin for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked or Grilled
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil packet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Teriyaki, foil packets, chicken, pineapple, easy dinner