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Teriyaki Meatball Foil Packets Recipe

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Grilled Teriyaki Meatball Foil Packets are a simple and delicious meal perfect for outdoor cooking. Frozen meatballs are combined with vibrant bell peppers, red onion, and sweet pineapple chunks, then smothered in homemade teriyaki sauce. Wrapped in foil and grilled to perfection, these packets make an easy, flavorful dish that’s perfect for serving over rice and garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Ingredients

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Meatballs and Vegetables

  • 32 frozen meatballs
  • 1 (20-ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 orange bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, sliced

Teriyaki Sauce and Garnishes

  • 1 cup Homemade Teriyaki Sauce or store-bought teriyaki sauce
  • Chopped green onion (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Optional

  • Cooked rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Grill and Foil: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. While the grill heats, cut heavy-duty aluminum foil into 4 large pieces, ensuring each piece is big enough to fully wrap around the meatballs and vegetables.
  2. Assemble the Packets: On each foil sheet, place 8 frozen meatballs in the center. Evenly distribute ¼ of the pineapple chunks, chopped red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, and sliced red onion over each group of meatballs.
  3. Drizzle with Sauce: Take your homemade or store-bought teriyaki sauce and drizzle approximately ¼ cup over the meatball and vegetable mixtures on each foil packet, ensuring great flavor throughout.
  4. Seal the Foil Packets: Fold and seal the foil tightly by bringing the two longer sides together, pressing to close, then folding in the shorter edges. Make sure there are no openings or gaps to retain steam during cooking.
  5. Grill the Packets: Place the foil packets on the preheated grill and cook for 15 to 20 minutes. The meatballs should be fully warmed through and vegetables slightly tender but still crisp.
  6. Serve: Carefully open each packet to avoid steam burns. Garnish the contents with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve the teriyaki meatballs and vegetables over cooked rice if desired for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent leaks and tearing during grilling.
  • If using fresh meatballs, cook them fully before assembling packets or increase grill time to ensure they are cooked through.
  • Homemade Teriyaki Sauce enhances flavor but store-bought sauces are a convenient option.
  • Foil packets can also be baked in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes as an alternative to grilling.
  • Watch the grill carefully to avoid burning the foil packets.

Keywords: teriyaki meatballs, grilled foil packets, easy grill recipes, pineapple meatballs, teriyaki sauce, healthy grilling

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