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Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets

Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets are a delightful combination of juicy chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful veggies, all enveloped in foil for a hassle-free cooking experience. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or summer barbecues, offering tender bites infused with a savory homemade teriyaki sauce. With minimal cleanup and easy customization options, you’ll enjoy a flavorful meal that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 4 green onions, chopped
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Season chicken breasts lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Cut aluminum foil into large squares. Place each chicken breast in the center of a foil piece; top with pineapple chunks, bell pepper slices, and green onions.
  5. Drizzle teriyaki sauce over the ingredients in each packet and seal tightly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Carefully open packets to serve.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 foil packet (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor. - Substitute chicken with turkey or beef for variety. - Add sesame seeds or other vegetables like zucchini for extra crunch.