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Foil Packet Camping Dinner Recipe

4.9 from 463 reviews

This Foil Packet Camping Dinner is an easy, delicious, and versatile meal perfect for outdoor cooking. Combining sausage or chicken with potatoes, vegetables, butter, and seasonings, it cooks conveniently in foil packets over a grill or campfire, making cleanup simple and the flavors wonderfully melded.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 1 lb sausage or chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces

Vegetables

  • 3 medium potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, zucchini, or carrots), chopped

Others

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Cut the sausage or chicken into bite-sized pieces. Dice the potatoes into small, uniform cubes for even cooking. Chop your choice of vegetables into similarly sized pieces.
  2. Assemble Foil Packets: Place a portion of sausage or chicken, potatoes, and mixed vegetables onto a large piece of aluminum foil. Add about 1 tablespoon of butter and sprinkle garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the ingredients.
  3. Seal the Packets: Fold and seal the foil tightly to create packets that will hold the steam and flavors inside while cooking.
  4. Cook Over Heat Source: Place the foil packets on a grill grate over medium heat or directly on hot coals of a campfire. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking. Ensure the meat is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
  5. Serve: Carefully open the foil packets, watch out for steam, and serve the delicious meal straight from the packet or transfer to plates.

Notes

  • Use greaseproof or heavy-duty aluminum foil to avoid tearing during cooking.
  • Customize vegetables based on seasonality and preference.
  • If using chicken, ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
  • Add herbs like thyme or rosemary for additional flavor.
  • To prevent sticking, lightly grease the foil before adding ingredients.

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