Foil packets, also known as tin foil dinners, make the perfect summer meals. You put them together ahead of time and cook when ready. They can be cooked in the oven, on a grill, or even on an open fire which makes them perfect for camping. And you know those grills at the park? These are perfect for them too! They are self-contained so you don’t have to worry about how gross the grill is. Does anyone else worry about that?
If you love foil packet dinners, check out our Steak and Potato Foil Packets.
Why Our Recipe
- A ranch-lover twist on the classic tinfoil dinner.
- The ranch dressing combined with a few extra ingredients makes this foil packet a finger-licking good meal.
This recipe is all about the sauce. This flavorful ranch sauce tenderizes the meat and brings a lot of flavor to both the chicken and the veggies. And who doesn’t love ranch? It’s a classic flavor combination for a reason.
Ingredient Notes
- Chicken Breasts: This is a very simple option with no trimming necessary. You could use chicken thighs if you prefer, but thighs do have a longer cooking time.
- Red Potatoes: Be sure to slice them thin so that they cook at the same rate as the chicken. Too big and youโre going to be left with a part crunchy and raw potato.
- Other Vegetables: You can mix and match veggies to your liking. Zucchini, carrots, or even whole cloves of garlic would work well in a tin foil packet.
- Sauce: All of these ingredients play an important part in making the perfect sauce.
- Parmesan Cheese: Adds a nice saltiness, but you could replace with cheddar or mozzarella.
Potato Types
Red and golden potatoes with thin, edible skins are best for foil packets. When using potatoes, be sure to slice your potatoes thin so that they cook at the same rate as the chicken. Alternatively, you can also dice them into 1/2-inch cubes. If you leave the potato pieces too big, youโre going to be left with a part crunchy and raw potato, and nobody likes that.
Campfire Cooking Instructions
Place on hot coals and cook for 20-30 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until meat is cooked through and veggies are tender.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
Reheat by placing it back in a foil packet in a 300-degree oven until it is thoroughly warmed through, about 10 to 15 minutes.
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Made this twice and it was delicious! Thank you so much.
As usual, Rachel thestayathome chef, has a big winner with this recipe. Itโs easy, delicious, healthy and quick to fix. Rachel, youโre my fav โฃ๏ธ
This caught my eye, and I just had to try it. It was a big hit! My husband and I absolutely loved it. I even added a little bit of yum yum sauce to mine as well, but with or without yum yum sauce, this is great. I will definitely make again.
These were a huge hit with my family! I did double the sauce and it was fabulous! I even made some for my d-i-l dairy free and they were great too!
I was wondering if I froze them wouldnโt the potatoes turn and the ranch separate?
JUST ABSOLUTELY THE MOST DELICIOUS ,FLAVORFUL, DINNER! I try almost every one of your receipes……am filling up all the cards in my receipe box. You are a big favorite at our house!!
All best wishes to you and take good care of yourself.
Sherron.