Juicy chicken, caramelized pineapple, and tender veggies coated in a sticky teriyaki glaze—all cooked together in foil for maximum flavor and zero mess.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
🔹 Protein
- 2 large chicken breasts (cut into chunks) or 4 thighs
🔹 Fruits & Veggies
- 1½ cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
🔹 Sauce
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional for extra sweetness)
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger (fresh or powdered)
🔹 Optional Garnish
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
🍳 Equipment
- Aluminum foil
- Baking tray (for oven method)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Preheat
- Oven: 200°C (400°F)
- Grill: medium-high heat
🔸 Step 2: Make Sauce
- Mix teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger
🔸 Step 3: Assemble Packets
- Lay out foil sheets
- Add chicken, pineapple, and veggies
- Pour sauce evenly over each portion
🔸 Step 4: Seal
- Fold foil tightly into packets (no leaks)
🔸 Step 5: Cook
🔥 Oven:
- Bake for 25–30 minutes
🔥 Grill:
- Cook for 20–25 minutes, flipping once
🍃 Air Fryer:
- Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 15–18 minutes
🔸 Step 6: Serve
- Carefully open packets (steam is hot!)
- Garnish with sesame seeds & green onions
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve over rice or noodles
- Pair with quinoa or cauliflower rice
- Great as a meal prep dish
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Cut chicken evenly for consistent cooking
✔ Don’t overfill packets
✔ Use heavy-duty foil to avoid tearing
✔ Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicy Teriyaki
Add sriracha or chili paste
🥦 Veggie Boost
Add broccoli or snap peas
🍤 Shrimp Version
Swap chicken for shrimp (cook 10–12 min)
🧄 Garlic Lover’s
Add extra garlic
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen chicken?
Thaw first for even cooking.
Can I make ahead?
Yes—assemble and refrigerate before cooking.
How to store leftovers?
Keep in fridge up to 3 days.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320–380
- Protein: ~30g
- Carbs: ~25g
- Fat: ~8g