Grilled Italian Chicken Foil Packs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
22%
Grilled Italian Chicken Foil Packs
35 min.
4
262kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy meal that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor? Look no further than these Grilled Italian Chicken Foil Packs! Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with vibrant vegetables, all infused with the zesty goodness of Italian dressing. Not only is this dish gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also boasts a satisfying caloric count of just 262 kcal per serving, making it a guilt-free option for lunch or dinner.

What’s more, the foil pack method ensures that all the flavors meld beautifully while keeping the chicken moist and succulent. The colorful medley of yellow bell peppers, juicy Roma tomatoes, and sweet red onions not only adds a burst of color to your plate but also provides essential nutrients. Plus, the convenience of cooking everything in one packet means less cleanup and more time to enjoy your meal with family and friends.

In just 35 minutes, you can have a wholesome, mouthwatering dish ready to serve. Whether you’re firing up the grill for a summer cookout or simply looking for a quick and easy dinner solution, these Grilled Italian Chicken Foil Packs are sure to impress. So grab your grill and get ready to savor a delightful Italian-inspired meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • medium bell pepper yellow cut into 4 wedges
  •  plum tomatoes cut in half (Roma)
  • small onion red cut into 8 wedges
  • 0.5 cup salad dressing italian reduced-fat

Equipment

  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  2. Cut 4 (18x12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil.
  3. Place 1 chicken breast, 1 bell pepper wedge, 2 tomato halves and 2 onion wedges on center of each sheet.
  4. Pour 2 tablespoons dressing over chicken and vegetable mixture on each packet.
  5. For each packet, bring up 2 sides of foil over chicken and vegetables so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again, allowing space for heat circulation and expansion. Fold other sides to seal.
  6. Place packets on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 18 to 22 minutes, rotating packets 1/2 turn after 10 minutes, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F).
  7. Place packets on plates.
  8. Cut large X across tops of packets; carefully fold back foil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein48.65%
Fat35.2%
Carbs16.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.25
Glycemic Load
1.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.082608717939%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Luteolin
0.31mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.24mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
6.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:262.28kcal
13.11%
Fat:10.08g
15.51%
Saturated Fat:1.71g
10.68%
Carbohydrates:10.41g
3.47%
Net Carbohydrates:8.94g
3.25%
Sugar:5.97g
6.63%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:460.92mg
20.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.36g
62.72%
Vitamin C:66.94mg
81.14%
Vitamin B3:15.49mg
77.44%
Selenium:46.17µg
65.96%
Vitamin B6:1.21mg
60.65%
Phosphorus:332.07mg
33.21%
Potassium:799.3mg
22.84%
Vitamin B5:2.16mg
21.59%
Vitamin K:21.74µg
20.71%
Magnesium:51.46mg
12.87%
Vitamin A:629.61IU
12.59%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
9.91%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.37%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.57%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.35%
Folate:27.93µg
6.98%
Zinc:1.05mg
6.97%
Copper:0.12mg
6.15%
Fiber:1.48g
5.92%
Iron:0.96mg
5.35%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Calcium:26.7mg
2.67%