Teriyaki Chicken in Foil is perfect to add your favorite veggies and chicken in foil and season with teriyaki sauce. A simple but delicious meal.

Grilled Chicken and Vegetables in Foil with a Fork
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Making foil packs is a great way to meal prep for the week and makes cleanup a breeze. This Teriyaki Chicken in Foil can easily be made on the grill, at a campfire or in your oven.

Add your favorite vegetables and chicken to the teriyaki sauce mixture for a flavorful meal idea. We love the flavor of teriyaki and if you do too, then check out these recipes Teriyaki Burger Recipe, Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops Recipe, Blackstone Teriyaki Steak Bites, Grilled Teriyaki Chicken and Teriyaki Chicken on a Stick Recipe.

Why We Love This Recipe

Cooking the chicken and veggies in the foil locks in flavor. Adding to the grill gives it that smokey flavor and allows the chicken and vegetables to cook perfectly.

Making foil packets are budget friendly and easy to clean up. You can add a side or just eat it right out of the foil. This Teriyaki Chicken Foil Packs is the perfect dinner recipe.

Ingredients

Ingredients needed - chicken, bell peppers, onion, broccoli, snap peas, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ginger, pepper, cornstarch, sesame seeds, green onions

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Recipe Variations

  • Chicken – You can use boneless chicken thighs or chicken tenders.
  • Vegetables – Use different vegetables. You can even add in some red potatoes, carrots, sweet potatoes or red onion. Grilled pineapple is also a great option.
  • Seasoning – Use different seasoning for added flavor.

How to Make Teriyaki Chicken in Foil Packets

  • Step 1 – Preheat a grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F) and set aside 4 12X12 inch sheets of foil. 
Combining the sauce in a bowl with a whisk and the chop veggies are on a platter on the side

Step 2 – In a large mixing bowl, add in all the sauce ingredients except for the cornstarch. Chop up the red bell peppers and small head broccoli.

Combining sauce ingredients in a bowl with cornstarch on the side

Step 3 – Whisk to thoroughly combine all the ingredients and then transfer half of the sauce to a small saucepan and leave the rest in the mixing bowl. 

Mixing the chopped veggies and chicken with the teriyaki sauce in a bowl with tongs

Step 4 – Add in the chicken and vegetables to the large mixing bowl.  Stir to coat it all with the sauce.  

Dividing the chopped veggies and chicken in foil

Step 5 – Then distribute the vegetable mixture evenly between the pieces of aluminum foil and fold up the ends to create a foil pack.  

  • Step 6 – Place the foil packets on the grill.  Cook on the grill for 5-6 minutes.  Then flip the packets and cook for 5-6 more minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165 degrees F). 
  • Step 7 – While the foil packets are cooking, heat the remaining sauce in the saucepan over medium heat.  Whisk the cornstarch with a small amount of water in a small bowl until the cornstarch is dissolved and whisk this mixture into the saucepan. 
  • Step 8 – Brush the extract sauce on the chicken and veggies when serving and top them with the sesame seeds and diced green onions.  

How to Grill Teriyaki Chicken in Foil Packs

Grilling foil packs is an easy to way to cook your chicken and vegetables together without a lot preparations.

Once you have added the chicken and vegetables into the foil packets, fold the packets tightly. Then place the foil packs on the grill. Grill 5 to 6 minutes on each side. This ensure that all the ingredients are cook.

Make sure to use instant-read meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature.  

Grilled Chicken and Vegetables in Foil with a Fork

How Long to Grill Chicken Foil Packs

It only takes about 6 minutes on each side to cook the chicken foil packs. Make sure to check the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is done.

How to Cook Teriyaki Chicken Foil Pack in the Oven

You can also cook these foil packs in the oven.  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.  Place the foil packs on a baking sheet and cook for 25-28 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender. 

What to Serve with Teriyaki Chicken?

  • Rice – I recommend serving the chicken and vegetables over rice.
  • Garlic Bread – Add a side of garlic bread to the meal to complete it.
  • Bake Potato – Make Grilled Bake Potatoes for an easy side.
  • See more Teriyaki chicken serving ideas.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Chicken is Used for Teriyaki Chicken?

You can use any type of chicken to make this teriyaki chicken recipe. You can use chicken breast, chicken thighs or chicken tenders.

Can I Use Store Bought Teriyaki Sauce?

Yes, this recipe works great with store bought or homemade teriyaki sauce.

How to Store Leftover Teriyaki Chicken?

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 

Grilled Chicken and Vegetables in Foil with a Fork

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Teriyaki Chicken in Foil

5 from 21 votes
Teriyaki Chicken in Foil is perfect to add your favorite veggies and chicken in foil and season with teriyaki sauce. A simple but delicious meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 343

Ingredients

  • 4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts diced into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 Bell Peppers diced
  • 1 small Onion diced
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets
  • 1 cup Sugar Snap Peas

For the Sauce:

For the Topping:

  • 2 Tablespoons Sesame Seeds
  • 2 Stalks Green Onions diced
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Instructions

  • Preheat a grill over medium high heat (approximately 400 degrees F) and set aside 4 12X12 inch squares of foil.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add in all the sauce ingredients except for the cornstarch.  Whisk to thoroughly combine all the ingredients and then transfer half of the sauce to a small saucepan and leave the rest in the mixing bowl.
  • Add in the chicken and vegetables to the large mixing bowl.  Stir to coat it all with the sauce.
  • Then distribute the mixture evenly between the pieces of foil and fold up the ends to create a foil pack.
  • Place the foil packets on the grill.  Cook for 5-6 minutes.  Then flip the packets and cook for 5-6 more minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165 degrees F).
  • While the foil packets are cooking, heat the remaining sauce in the saucepan over medium heat.  Whisk the cornstarch with a small amount of water in a small bowl until the cornstarch is dissolved and whisk this mixture into the saucepan.
  • Brush the extract sauce on the chicken and veggies when serving and top them with the sesame seeds and diced green onions.

Recipe Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 
We use an instant-read meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken is cooked to a safe temperature.  
You can also cook these foil packs in the oven.  Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.  Place the foil packs on a baking sheet and cook for 25-28 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. 

Nutrition Facts

Calories 343kcal, Carbohydrates 45g, Protein 30g, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 2g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 72mg, Sodium 1555mg, Potassium 859mg, Fiber 3g, Sugar 34g, Vitamin A 684IU, Vitamin C 68mg, Calcium 121mg, Iron 3mg

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