Pineapple Chicken Foil Packets

📝 Ingredients:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
1 red bell pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Aluminum foil sheets
👨‍🍳 Instructions:
Start by preheating your oven to 200°C (400°F). While the oven is heating, prepare all your ingredients. Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, cut the red bell pepper into strips, and chop the pineapple into bite-sized chunks if you are using fresh pineapple.
Next, in a small bowl, prepare the sauce by mixing the soy sauce, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well until everything is fully combined and the mixture becomes smooth and slightly glossy.
Take two large sheets of aluminum foil and place them on a flat surface. In the center of each sheet, arrange a layer of sliced zucchini and red bell peppers. These vegetables will act as a base and help keep the chicken juicy and flavorful during cooking.
Place one chicken breast on top of the vegetables in each foil sheet. Season the chicken with salt and black pepper according to your taste. Then, generously spoon the prepared sauce over each chicken breast, making sure it coats the surface well.
Add pineapple chunks on top of the chicken. The sweetness of the pineapple will balance perfectly with the savory sauce and create a delicious caramelized flavor as it cooks.
Carefully fold the aluminum foil over the chicken and vegetables to form sealed packets. Make sure the edges are tightly closed so the steam stays inside during baking.
Place the foil packets on a baking tray and transfer them to the preheated oven. Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once done, carefully remove the packets from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Open them gently (watch out for hot steam), then sprinkle freshly chopped green onions on top for added freshness and flavor.
Serve the pineapple chicken foil packets hot, directly in the foil or plated with rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
💡 Tips:
You can add carrots or broccoli for extra vegetables.
For a spicy kick, add chili flakes or a bit of hot sauce.
This recipe also works great on the grill instead of the oven.