Description
Sticky-sweet teriyaki chicken meets juicy pineapple in this foil packet dinner that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, easy meal prep, or grilling season, this Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets recipe brings the tropical vibes to your table with minimal cleanup. With tender chicken, caramelized pineapple, and bold teriyaki flavor, this is one of those foolproof easy recipes you’ll turn to again and again. Great for those searching dinner ideas, food ideas, or a healthy snack twist!
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1/2 red onion, chopped
1/3 cup teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons green onions, chopped (for garnish)
1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
4 large sheets aluminum foil
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F or grill to medium-high. Lay out 4 large sheets of aluminum foil.
2. In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper. Marinate for 15–20 minutes.
3. Divide chicken, pineapple, red bell pepper, and red onion evenly among foil sheets. Spoon extra marinade over the top.
4. Fold foil into sealed packets, crimping the edges tightly to trap steam.
5. Bake or grill packets for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
6. Carefully open packets and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve directly in foil or transfer to plates.
Notes
Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks and allow for better steam retention.
Don’t skip marinating — it deeply enhances the teriyaki flavor.
You can freeze uncooked assembled packets and cook straight from the fridge (after thawing).
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked or Grilled
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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