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Foil Wrapped Chicken Dinner

Cultural Context

Foil-wrapped meals have roots in American camping traditions, where cooking in foil packets over a campfire became popular for their convenience and flavor. This method allows for easy clean-up and infuses the chicken and vegetables with moisture and seasoning. Today, foil-wrapped chicken dinners are enjoyed for their simplicity and versatility, making them a favorite for busy weeknights or family gatherings.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken thighs
2 cups potatoes, diced
1 cup carrots, sliced
1 cup zucchini, chopped
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1 cup onions, chopped
1 cup asparagus, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
heavy duty aluminum foil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based option, while chicken thighs are often less expensive than breasts.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is a healthier fat option, while canola oil is typically less expensive.

1

Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and chicken thighs.

2

Lay out a piece of heavy duty aluminum foil about a foot and a half long.

3

Place chopped potatoes in the center of the foil to create a bed.

4

Add chopped zucchini on top of the potatoes.

5

Sprinkle salt and fresh rosemary over the vegetables.

6

Place chicken thighs on top of the vegetables.

7

Sprinkle more salt, taco seasoning, and fresh basil on the chicken.

8

Add chopped carrots, asparagus, and mushrooms on top of the chicken.

9

Drizzle a small amount of white wine over the ingredients, being careful not to add too much liquid.

10

Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and vegetables.

11

Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for flavor.

12

Add more chopped onions and additional rosemary and basil as desired.

13

Fold the foil over the ingredients to create a sealed packet, first folding the top and then rolling in the sides.

14

Wrap the packet a second time with another layer of foil for extra protection.

15

At the campsite, preheat the barbecue to a hot temperature.

16

Place the foil packet on the barbecue grill and close the lid.

17

Cook for 20 minutes, checking for doneness afterward.

18

Serve directly from the foil packet or transfer to a plate.

Cooking Techniques

wrappinggrillingbaking

Equipment Needed

grillovenheavy duty aluminum foil

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Chicken Foil PacketsFoil Packet Chicken

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