Hawaiian BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets are a delicious and easy-to-make meal, perfect for grilling or baking. The sweet and savory combination of BBQ chicken, pineapple, and spices in a foil packet creates a flavorful, juicy dish with minimal cleanup. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try:
Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 cup BBQ sauce (your choice of flavor)
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1 can (8 oz) pineapple chunks (drained), or fresh pineapple (cut into chunks)
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1 red bell pepper (sliced)
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1/2 red onion (sliced)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
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4 large pieces of aluminum foil (for wrapping)
Instructions:
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Prepare the chicken:
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Preheat your grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Season each chicken breast with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub with a little olive oil to coat evenly.
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Assemble the foil packets:
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Lay out 4 large sheets of aluminum foil (each large enough to wrap a chicken breast and the veggies).
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Place one chicken breast in the center of each piece of foil.
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Top the chicken with about 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce, then add a handful of pineapple chunks, a few slices of red bell pepper, and a few slices of red onion.
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Seal the packets:
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Fold up the sides of the foil over the chicken and ingredients, and then fold the ends tightly to create a sealed packet. This will trap all the juices inside.
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Cook the packets:
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Place the foil packets on the grill or in the oven (on a baking sheet if using the oven). Grill for about 25-30 minutes, or bake for 30-35 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Check the internal temperature to make sure it reaches 165°F (75°C).
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Serve:
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Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for steam!). Serve the chicken directly from the packet or transfer to plates.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and enjoy!
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Tips:
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For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for 30 minutes to an hour before assembling the foil packets.
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You can also add other veggies like zucchini, mushrooms, or corn to the packet for a more complete meal.
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If you’re making these for a crowd, double or triple the recipe accordingly.
This is a great recipe for a quick dinner, camping trip, or a fun grilling session! Let me know how it turns out!
