Description
Delicious and easy Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets featuring tender chicken breasts baked with fresh pineapple chunks, colorful vegetables, and savory teriyaki sauce. This one-pan meal is perfect for a quick, flavorful dinner that’s healthy and fuss-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Fruit
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 2 green onions, chopped
Other
- Aluminum foil for wrapping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the foil packets evenly.
- Prepare Foil: Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil and lay them flat on your countertop to prepare for assembling the chicken packets.
- Season Chicken: Place each chicken breast in the center of each foil piece. Drizzle with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper for flavor.
- Add Pineapple and Vegetables: Top each chicken breast with fresh pineapple chunks, sliced red bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini to add sweetness and nutrition.
- Add Teriyaki Sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce evenly over the chicken and vegetables, coating all ingredients for a savory glaze.
- Seal Packets: Fold the sides of the foil over the chicken and vegetables tightly to create sealed packets that lock in moisture and flavor during baking.
- Bake: Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is fully cooked.
- Serve: Carefully open the foil packets to avoid steam burns. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately for a warm, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is fully cooked by checking temperature with a meat thermometer.
- You can add other vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms according to preference.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes prior to assembling the packets.
- Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent leaks during baking.
- Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
