Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets
Description
Bring the vibrant tastes of a tropical getaway straight to your dinner table with these easy Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets! Tender chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection, paired with juicy pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and zucchini, then baked or grilled inside individual foil pouches. This hassle-free meal locks in all the savory-sweet juices for an incredible flavor combination, and the best part is that clean-up is an absolute breeze.
Ingredients
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Chicken breasts (1 per foil packet)
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Fresh pineapple chunks
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Zucchini, sliced
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Bell peppers (red or orange), chopped
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Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
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Sauce/Seasoning: A blend of soy sauce (or teriyaki), a touch of honey or brown sugar, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Instructions
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Prep the Foil Sheets: Cut four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Lightly coat the center of each sheet with cooking spray or oil.
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Layer the Vegetables: Create a bed of sliced zucchini and chopped bell peppers in the center of each foil piece.
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Add the Chicken: Place a seasoned chicken breast right on top of the vegetables.
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Top with Pineapple: Generously add fresh pineapple chunks all around and on top of the chicken.
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Add Sauce: Drizzle your teriyaki-style sauce or seasoning mixture evenly over the chicken, pineapple, and veggies.
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Seal the Packets: Bring the long edges of the foil up and fold them together over the top, then crimp the ends tightly to seal the packets completely while leaving a little space inside for heat circulation.
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Cook: Bake in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 to 25 minutes, or grill over medium heat until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 74°C / 165°F).
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Serve: Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for hot steam!), garnish with freshly chopped green onions, and enjoy straight from the foil or transferred to a plate!
