Savory Campfire Chicken Packets
Delight in the convenience of these Savory Campfire Chicken Packets, perfect for a camping trip or a quick weeknight dinner. This all-in-one meal brings together juicy chicken and a medley of vegetables, all wrapped up in a handy foil packet that seals in flavor and moisture. Customize your dish by adding your favorite seasonal veggies that will cook in 40 minutes, creating a delicious and colorful meal that everyone will love. Whether you're grilling at the campsite or baking in the oven, this recipe simplifies preparation and cleanup while offering a satisfying culinary experience.
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Servings
400
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
White-meat chicken quarters
4 (Rinsed and patted dry)
Corn oil
1/4 cup (To coat the foil)
Salt
1 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Black pepper
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Red onion
1 small (Chopped)
Green pepper
1/2 cup (Finely chopped)
Dried parsley
2 teaspoons (For seasoning)
Fresh tomatoes
2 (Peeled and chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you're preparing this for the grill, preheat the grill as well.
2
Thoroughly rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
3
Cut four 10-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil and lay them out flat on a clean surface.
4
In a small bowl, pour 1 tablespoon of corn oil for each square of foil and spread it evenly to coat the surface.
5
Place one piece of chicken on each foil square. Sprinkle salt, pepper, and garlic powder generously over the chicken.
6
In a separate bowl, combine the chopped red onion, green pepper, dried parsley, and chopped tomatoes. Mix well to combine.
7
Divide the vegetable mixture evenly among the chicken portions on the foil.
8
Carefully fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables, sealing each packet tightly to trap in the steam and flavor.
9
Arrange the foil packets on a cooking sheet (if baking) or directly on the grill. Bake in the oven for 40 minutes or grill until the chicken is cooked through.
10
When ready to serve, carefully open each packet to release the steam. Serve hot directly from the foil packets.
Nutrition Information
22.5g
Fat
12.5g
Carbs
35g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Campfire Chicken Packets?
Savory Campfire Chicken Packets are an all-in-one meal featuring juicy chicken and a medley of vegetables sealed in foil packets to lock in flavor and moisture, perfect for camping or quick weeknight dinners.
How long do the chicken packets need to cook?
The chicken packets should be baked or grilled for approximately 40 minutes until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) if you are baking the packets.
Can I cook these chicken packets on a grill?
Yes, these packets are designed for both the oven and the grill, making them ideal for camping trips.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for four white-meat chicken quarters that have been rinsed and patted dry.
Which vegetables are included in the recipe?
The vegetable mixture consists of chopped red onion, green pepper, and fresh chopped tomatoes.
How much corn oil is used for the foil packets?
A total of 1/4 cup of corn oil is used, with 1 tablespoon spread evenly on each of the four foil squares.
What seasonings are needed for the chicken?
The chicken is seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried parsley.
How do I prepare the tomatoes for this dish?
The two fresh tomatoes should be peeled and chopped before being mixed with the other vegetables.
What size should the aluminum foil squares be?
You should cut four 10-inch squares of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
Can I customize the vegetables in the packets?
Yes, you can customize the dish by adding your favorite seasonal vegetables that cook within a 40-minute timeframe.
How do I prevent the chicken from sticking to the foil?
Spreading a tablespoon of corn oil over each foil square before placing the chicken helps prevent sticking.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prep?
Yes, these packets are tagged for meal prep as they are easy to assemble and require minimal cleanup.
What are the nutritional facts for one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories, 22.5g of fat, 12.5g of carbohydrates, and 35g of protein.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
Based on the ingredient list of four chicken quarters and four foil squares, the recipe makes 4 servings.
Should I dry the chicken before cooking?
Yes, you should thoroughly rinse the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
How do I seal the packets?
Carefully fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables, sealing each packet tightly to trap in the steam and flavor.
How should the green pepper be prepared?
The green pepper should be finely chopped; you will need about 1/2 cup.
What is the benefit of cooking in foil packets?
Cooking in foil packets seals in moisture and flavor, simplifies preparation, and makes cleanup very easy.
Can I use fresh parsley instead of dried?
The recipe specifies 2 teaspoons of dried parsley, but you can generally substitute fresh herbs if preferred, though dried is used here for convenience.
Is this a healthy meal option?
Yes, this is tagged as healthy eating, featuring lean protein and fresh vegetables.
How do I serve the chicken packets?
Serve the chicken hot directly from the foil packets after carefully opening them to release the steam.
What type of onion is best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using one small chopped red onion for the vegetable medley.
Do I need a baking sheet?
If you are baking the packets in the oven, arranging them on a cooking sheet is recommended.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of garlic powder to season the chicken.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include chicken, camping, grilled, foil packet, easy dinner, meal prep, one-pan meal, and healthy eating.
Can I use chicken breasts instead of quarters?
While the recipe specifies white-meat chicken quarters, you can substitute other cuts, though cooking times may vary slightly.
What caution should be taken when opening the packets?
When opening the packets, be very careful as hot steam will be released.
Does the recipe contain salt and pepper?
Yes, it uses 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper for seasoning.
Is corn oil the only oil I can use?
The recipe specifically lists corn oil, but other high-heat cooking oils could be used as a substitute for coating the foil.