🍍 Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets

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⏱ Prep Time

10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time

20–25 minutes

🍽 Serves

2 (easy to double)


👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Preheat
    • Oven: 200°C (400°F)
    • OR preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Prepare Foil
    • Tear off 2 large sheets of aluminum foil.
    • Lightly brush the center of each with olive oil.
  3. Assemble Packets
    • Slice chicken breasts into strips or bite-sized pieces.
    • Divide chicken evenly between foil sheets.
    • Top with pineapple, bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini.
    • Season lightly with salt and pepper.
    • Drizzle teriyaki sauce evenly over everything.
  4. Seal
    • Fold foil over the ingredients and seal tightly, leaving a little space for steam.
  5. Cook
    • Oven: Place packets on a baking tray and bake for 22–25 minutes.
    • Grill: Place on grill and cook 10–12 minutes per side, turning once.
  6. Finish & Serve
    • Carefully open packets (hot steam!).
    • Sprinkle with chopped green onions.
    • Serve as-is or over rice, noodles, or quinoa.

⭐ Tips & Variations

  • Extra sauce: Warm a little extra teriyaki to drizzle before serving.
  • Spicy kick: Add chili flakes or sriracha.
  • More veggies: Broccoli, snap peas, or mushrooms work great.
  • Meal prep: These packets store well in the fridge for up to 2 days before cooking.