Description
This Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets recipe is a delicious and easy meal combining tender chicken, sweet pineapple, and vibrant vegetables, all cooked to perfection in foil packets either in the oven or on the grill. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful summer cookout, these packets offer a balanced, gluten-free dish bursting with Asian-inspired flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper, to taste
To Serve
- Cooked rice
- Optional: green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare a grill by heating it to medium-high heat to ensure a hot cooking environment for the foil packets.
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the bite-sized chicken pieces, fresh pineapple chunks, chopped red bell pepper, and sliced red onion. Add the teriyaki sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together until the ingredients are well coated and evenly mixed.
- Assemble Foil Packets: Cut four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Evenly divide the chicken and vegetable mixture among the foil sheets, placing it in the center of each sheet. Carefully fold the foil over the ingredients and seal the packets tightly, ensuring no steam can escape during cooking.
- Cook the Packets: Place the foil packets on a baking sheet if using the oven, or directly on the grill grates if cooking outdoors. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes. Check for doneness by ensuring the chicken is fully cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Serve and Garnish: Carefully open the foil packets, watching out for hot steam. Serve the teriyaki chicken and pineapple mixture over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can use either store-bought or homemade teriyaki sauce based on your preference.
- Foil packets can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to cook, making meal prep convenient.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure the teriyaki sauce used is certified gluten-free.
- Be cautious when opening foil packets as steam buildup can cause burns.
