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Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

These Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packs make for such delicious but quick and easy dinners! The best part, it completely cuts down on clean-up time afterward. To make this dish, juicy grilled chicken, bell peppers, pineapple slices, and red onions are smothered in a pineapple barbecue sauce making this a delightful meal full of flavor.

If you choose to cook your Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packs in the oven, place it onto a rimmed baking sheet and roast at 425°F for 20 to 25 minutes.

Any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

 Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 small pineapple
  • 1 medium green bell pepper
  • 1 medium red onion
  • 2 cups barbecue sauce, divided
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

Pineapple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets

Directions:

  1. Heat an outdoor grill to medium-high, direct heat.
  2. Prepare four 10-inch long sheets of aluminum foil.
  3. Peel, core, and dice 1 small pineapple to get 2 cups and place in a large bowl.
  4. Thinly slice 1 medium red onion and add it into the same bowl.
  5. Slice 1 medium green bell pepper and add it in.
  6. Add in 1 cup of the barbecue sauce, ½ teaspoon of the black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of the kosher salt, then toss to combine.
  7. Divide the vegetable mixture between the 4 sheets of foil, leaving a 2-inch border on all sides.
  8. Season the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts with the remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt and remaining ½ teaspoon black pepper, then place a breast on each vegetable pile.
  9. Pour the remaining 1 cup barbecue sauce over each chicken breast.
  10. Fold the sides of the foil to meet over the center, then crimp the edges together to create completely sealed packets.
  11. Place the packets directly onto the grill grates, cover, and grill for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  12. Remove from the heat and allow to cool for 10 minutes before opening the packets.
  13. Serve and enjoy.

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