Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Foil Packets
These Teriyaki Chicken Pineapple Foil Packets are a quick, juicy, and flavorful meal. Tender chicken pieces are cooked with sweet pineapple, colorful vegetables, and a savory teriyaki sauce—all sealed in foil so the flavors steam together perfectly. This recipe is great for the oven, grill, or air fryer, and it’s an easy healthy dinner with minimal cleanup.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 18–22 minutes
Total time: ~30 minutes
Serves: 2–3
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
2 chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 small zucchini, sliced
½ cup broccoli florets
Sauce
¼ cup teriyaki sauce
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp olive oil or sesame oil
1 tsp garlic, minced
1 tsp grated ginger
Garnish
1 tbsp sesame seeds
2 tbsp green onions, sliced
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) or heat grill to medium-high.
2️⃣ Prepare foil packets
Cut 2–3 large pieces of aluminum foil.
Divide chicken, pineapple, and vegetables evenly among them.
3️⃣ Add sauce
In a bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, olive oil, garlic, and ginger.
Pour evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
4️⃣ Seal packets
Fold foil tightly to seal the packets so steam stays inside.
5️⃣ Cook
Oven: Bake for 20–22 minutes.
Grill: Cook for 15–18 minutes, flipping once.
6️⃣ Serve
Carefully open packets (hot steam!).
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.
Serve with rice, quinoa, or noodles.
Tips & Variations
Low-carb: Serve with cauliflower rice
Extra veggies: Add snap peas, mushrooms, or carrots
Spicy option: Add chili flakes or sriracha
Meal prep: Packets can be assembled and refrigerated up to 24 hours before cooking
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned pineapple?
Yes—just drain the juice before adding.
Can I cook this in an air fryer?
Yes—air fry at 190°C (375°F) for about 15 minutes.
Can I use chicken thighs?
Absolutely—they’ll be even juicier.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 340 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 3 g
Vitamin C: High (from pineapple & peppers)