One of the best reasons to make foil packet dinners when camping is how easy they are to prepare and clean up. These chicken, chorizo, and vegetable foil packets are one of my favorites! The combination of savory chicken and sausage along with tender veggies and a little heat from the Cajun-style spices is so satisfying to enjoy around the campfire. These foil packets can be prepared on the grill, over charcoal, or on hot campfire coals. Form a bowl from the foil after opening each packet and enjoy a delicious, filling meal without the dishes.
Equipment
- Aluminum foil – Heavy duty foil works best to avoid rips and tears when flipping the packets with tongs.
- Long-handled tongs
- Heat-Resistant Gloves
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2-3 Large Chicken Breasts, cut into 1″ cubes
- 16 oz Chorizo Sausage (ground or link-style), cut into 1″ cubes
- 1 lb Baby Red Potatoes, cut into halves or quarters
- 12 oz Green Beans
- 1 large Red Bell Pepper, cut into thin strips
- 4 Half-Size Ears of Corn (thawed if frozen)
- 4 Tbsp Butter (or dairy-free butter)
- Salt, Pepper, Garlic, Seasonings (I use cajun or bacon chipotle seasoning for added spice)
Cooking Instructions
1. For four foil packets, cut eight 24-inch (approx) pieces of aluminum foil.
2. Divide all ingredients equally into four servings and place in the center of four pieces of foil. Place 1 TBSP butter on top of meat and vegetables in each foil packet. Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or cajun-style seasonings, if desired.
3. Seal each foil packet by bringing the long ends of the foil together and folding them over until the seal is close to the food. Then, fold the sides of the packet and crease them multiple times, creating a completely sealed packet. Use the second piece of foil to wrap the packet again in the opposite direction to keep juices in and campfire ashes out. Repeat this procedure for each of the four packets.
4. Place sealed packets on a grill (approx 400 degrees) or over hot coals in a campfire or fire pit. The packets should NOT be directly touching the fire to avoid burning.
5. Cook for approximately 40 mins, turning and rotating packets every 10 minutes for even cooking.
6. When finished cooking, let foil packets rest for 5-10 mins before opening them, and be cautious of hot steam. Enjoy a delicious campfire dinner and easy clean-up!
Recipe Card
Chicken, Chorizo, and Vegetable Foil Packets
Equipment
- Aluminum foil (heavy-duty works best)
- Long-handled tongs
- Heat-Resistant Gloves
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2-3 Large Chicken Breasts (cut into 1" cubes)
- 16 oz Chorizo Sausage (ground or link-style, cut into small cubes)
- 1 lb Baby Red Potatoes (cut into halves or quarters)
- 12 oz Green Beans
- 1 large Red Bell Pepper (cut into thin strips)
- 4 Half-Size Ears of Corn (thawed if frozen)
- 4 Tbsp Butter (or dairy-free butter)
- Salt, Pepper, Garlic, Seasonings to taste (I use cajun or bacon chipotle seasoning for added spice)
Instructions
- For four foil packets, cut eight 24-inch (approx) pieces of aluminum foil.
- Divide all ingredients equally into four servings and place in the center of four pieces of foil.
- Place 1 TBSP butter on top of meat and vegetables in each foil packet.
- Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, or cajun-style seasonings, if desired.
- Seal each foil packet by bringing the long ends of the foil together and folding them over until the seal is close to the food. Then, fold the sides of the packet and crease them multiple times, creating a completely sealed packet. Use the second piece of foil to wrap the packet again in the opposite direction to keep juices in and campfire ashes out. Repeat this procedure for each of the four packets.
- Place sealed packets on a grill (approx 400 degrees) or over hot coals in a campfire or fire pit. The packets should NOT be directly touching the fire to avoid burning.
- Cook for approximately 40 mins, turning and rotating packets every 10 minutes for even cooking.
- When finished cooking, let foil packets rest for 5-10 mins before opening them, and be cautious of hot steam. Enjoy a delicious campfire dinner and easy clean-up!
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