Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets

Here’s a flavorful, fuss-free recipe for Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets — juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, colorful veggies, and rich teriyaki sauce all wrapped in foil and cooked to perfection. Great for grilling, baking, or even over a campfire!

🍍🍗 Teriyaki Chicken & Pineapple Foil Packets

🍽️ Servings: 4

⏱️ Time: 15 min prep | 20–25 min cook

🧂 Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs), cubed or left whole

• 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)

• 1 red bell pepper, sliced

• 1 green bell pepper, sliced

• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

• 2 cups broccoli florets or snow peas (optional)

• 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: cooked rice or quinoa for serving

• Optional garnish: green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges

🧑‍🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep the Foil:

• Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil (about 12 x 16 inches). Spray or brush lightly with oil.

2. Assemble the Packets:

• In the center of each foil sheet, layer:

  • Chicken (season with salt & pepper)

  • Pineapple chunks

  • Bell peppers, onion, and other veggies if using

• Drizzle 2–3 tablespoons teriyaki sauce and a little olive oil over each packet.

3. Seal the Packets:

• Bring long sides of the foil up and over the mixture, fold together tightly, then fold in the ends to seal into a packet.

4. Cook the Packets:

• Grill: Place on medium heat for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway.

• Oven: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 25 minutes on a baking sheet.

• Campfire: Cook over hot coals or a grate for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally.

5. Serve:

• Carefully open packets (steam will be hot!). Serve as-is or spoon over rice or quinoa.

• Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or a squeeze of lime.

✅ Tips & Variations:

• Make it spicy: Add a few dashes of sriracha or red pepper flakes.

• No foil? Use parchment inside foil or bake ingredients in a covered baking dish.

• Marinate ahead: For more flavor, marinate chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 min to overnight before assembling packets.