Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Foil Packs

Dairy Free
Health score
14%
Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Foil Packs
30 min.
4
427kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that brings a burst of flavor to your dinner table? Look no further than these Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Foil Packs! Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, this recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a delightful sweet-and-sour sauce, complemented by vibrant pineapple chunks, bell peppers, and onions. The best part? It’s completely dairy-free, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

In just 30 minutes, you can create a mouthwatering dish that serves four, with each serving packing in 427 calories of pure deliciousness. The convenience of foil packs means minimal cleanup, and the grilling method infuses the chicken with a smoky flavor that elevates the entire meal. Plus, the addition of chow mein noodles on top adds a satisfying crunch that perfectly contrasts the tender chicken and veggies.

Whether you’re planning a family dinner or a casual lunch with friends, these Grilled Sweet and Sour Chicken Foil Packs are sure to impress. Gather your ingredients, fire up the grill, and get ready to enjoy a delightful meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce 
  • oz pineapple chunks drained canned
  • medium bell pepper cut into strips
  • 0.3 small onion cut into small wedges
  • 0.5 cup chow mein noodles 

Equipment

  • grill
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill.
  2. Cut four 18x12-inch pieces of heavy-duty foil; spray with cooking spray.
  3. On one side of each foil piece, place 1 chicken breast. Top each with 1 tablespoon sweet-and-sour sauce and one-fourth of the pineapple, bell pepper and onion. Top with remaining sauce.
  4. Fold foil over chicken and vegetables so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again. Allow space on sides for heat expansion.
  5. When grill is heated, place packets on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill over medium coals; cover grill. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, rotating packets 1/2 turn after 10 minutes, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (165°F).
  6. Place packets on plates.
  7. Cut large X across top of each packet; fold back foil. Top with chow mein noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories427kcal
Protein33.82%
Fat9.49%
Carbs56.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.75
Glycemic Load
0.46
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
19.070869313634%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:426.72kcal
21.34%
Fat:4.36g
6.7%
Saturated Fat:0.83g
5.17%
Carbohydrates:58.59g
19.53%
Net Carbohydrates:55.57g
20.21%
Sugar:31.32g
34.8%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:873.19mg
37.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.95g
69.9%
Vitamin B3:15.24mg
76.21%
Selenium:45.64µg
65.2%
Vitamin B6:1.2mg
59.8%
Vitamin C:45.43mg
55.07%
Phosphorus:310.64mg
31.06%
Vitamin B5:2.12mg
21.2%
Vitamin A:1002.43IU
20.05%
Potassium:663.93mg
18.97%
Magnesium:49.37mg
12.34%
Fiber:3.02g
12.09%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.11%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.6%
Iron:1.77mg
9.83%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.4%
Folate:23.02µg
5.76%
Copper:0.11mg
5.29%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
5.01%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin K:2.16µg
2.05%
Calcium:19.25mg
1.92%