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🍍 Hawaiian BBQ Chicken and Pineapple Foil Packets

A tropical-inspired foil packet meal with juicy BBQ-glazed chicken, sweet pineapple, and colorful veggies β€” perfect for grilling or baking with minimal cleanup!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 foil packets (serves 4) 1x

Ingredients

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For the Foil Packets:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or canned in juice)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • Β½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the BBQ Glaze:

  • Β½ cup BBQ sauce (homemade or clean-label)
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • Β½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Optional: pinch of red chili flakes for heat

Instructions

  • Prep ingredients: Slice chicken and veggies. Mix BBQ glaze.

  • Assemble foil packets: Layer chicken, pineapple, and vegetables in foil. Drizzle with glaze.

  • Seal tightly: Fold foil over and crimp to seal each packet.

  • Cook:

    • Grill: 15–20 minutes on medium-high, flipping halfway

    • Oven: 375Β°F for 25–30 minutes on a baking sheet

  • Serve: Garnish with cilantro, lime wedges, or extra BBQ drizzle.

  • Author: Tom
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish, Foil Packet Meals, Summer Recipes
  • Method: Grilling or Baking (Foil Packet)
  • Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired / American BBQ Fusion
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Keywords: Hawaiian BBQ chicken, pineapple foil packets, grilled chicken with pineapple, tropical foil packet dinner, BBQ chicken and veggies, easy summer recipe

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