Pineapple Chicken Rice Packets (Printable)

Tender chicken, pineapple, and veggies cooked with rice in foil for a flavorful grilled meal.

# What You Need:

→ Protein & Grains

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 6 oz each
02 - 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice, rinsed

→ Fruits & Vegetables

03 - 1.5 cups fresh pineapple chunks or canned pineapple, drained
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
07 - 2 green onions, sliced

→ Sauce & Seasonings

08 - 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
09 - 1/4 cup pineapple juice
10 - 2 tablespoons honey
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
13 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
14 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Cooking Equipment

16 - Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil for foil preparation

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat grill to medium-high heat at 400°F. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, pineapple juice, honey, olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
02 - Lay out 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each measuring approximately 12 by 16 inches. Lightly coat the center of each sheet with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil.
03 - Evenly distribute uncooked rice among the four foil sheets, spreading it in a single layer in the center of each. Place one chicken breast directly on top of the rice on each packet.
04 - Arrange pineapple chunks, diced bell pepper, sliced red onion, and sugar snap peas around and over each chicken breast.
05 - Divide the prepared marinade equally among the four packets, drizzling it over the chicken and vegetables.
06 - Fold the foil edges over the ingredients, sealing each packet tightly to prevent steam and liquid leakage during cooking.
07 - Place foil packets on the grill with seam side facing upward. Grill for 25 to 30 minutes, turning each packet once halfway through cooking, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and rice becomes tender.
08 - Carefully open packets, watching for escaping steam. Garnish each portion with sliced green onions and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Complete one-packet meal with protein, grains, and vegetables all cooked together
  • Minimal cleanup since everything cooks in sealed foil packets
  • Sweet and savory flavors from pineapple, honey, and soy sauce create an irresistible glaze
  • Perfect for outdoor grilling without heating up your kitchen
  • Easily customizable with your favorite vegetables and heat level
  • Naturally gluten-free when using tamari instead of regular soy sauce
02 -
  • Always use heavy-duty foil and seal packets tightly to prevent steam from escaping
  • Rinse rice thoroughly before using to prevent it from becoming gummy
  • Don't overcrowd the packets—leave some space for steam to circulate
  • Turn packets gently with tongs to avoid puncturing the foil
  • Let packets rest for 2-3 minutes after grilling before opening
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F
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