Hawaiian BBQ Chicken & Veggie Foil Packets!

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🍍 Hawaiian BBQ Chicken & Veggie Foil Packets

🔥 Why You’ll Love It:

  • Easy cleanup (thanks to the foil!)

  • Sweet, smoky, and savory flavor combo

  • Great for grilling, oven-baking, or camping

  • Customizable with your favorite veggies

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Protein & Sauce:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)

  • 1 cup BBQ sauce (sweet or smoky – your pick!)

  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice (or juice from canned pineapple chunks)

Fruits & Veggies:

  • 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks (or canned, drained)

  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • 1 zucchini, sliced

  • 1/2 red onion, sliced

  • 1 cup baby carrots, halved lengthwise

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • Salt & pepper to taste

Optional Garnishes:

  • Chopped cilantro

  • Green onions

  • Extra BBQ sauce for serving

  • Cooked rice (as a side)

🥣 Marinade (Optional but Flavorful)

  1. Mix BBQ sauce and pineapple juice.

  2. Pour over chicken and marinate in a zip-top bag or container for at least 30 mins (up to 8 hours).

🛠️ Instructions

1. Prep the Foil

  • Tear off 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (or double layer regular foil).

  • Lightly grease with olive oil or cooking spray.

2. Assemble the Packets

  • Place 1 chicken breast in the center of each foil sheet.

  • Add a handful of pineapple, bell peppers, zucchini, red onion, and carrots.

  • Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  • Spoon 2–3 tbsp of BBQ/pineapple sauce over each packet.

  • Fold foil over ingredients, sealing tightly to form a packet.

3. Cooking Options

Grill:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high (around 400°F / 200°C).

  • Grill packets for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Oven:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Bake packets on a baking sheet for 25–30 minutes.

Campfire:

  • Place packets over hot coals (not direct flames) for 20–30 minutes, flipping once.

✅ Chicken is done when internal temp hits 165°F (74°C).

4. Serve

  • Let packets rest for 2–3 minutes before opening (watch for steam!).

  • Garnish with cilantro or green onions.

  • Serve over rice, if desired.

🔄 Variations

  • Spicy Kick: Add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.

  • Vegan Option: Swap chicken for tofu or chickpeas, and use vegan BBQ sauce.

  • Low Carb: Skip the rice and add more low-carb veggies like cauliflower or broccoli.

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