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Bacon Ranch Chicken Foil Packets

Bacon ranch chicken foil packets with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melty cheddar in an all-in-one campfire meal. Each packet seals in steam so chicken stays juicy while potatoes and broccoli cook through.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bacon ranch chicken foil packets
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 8 bacon slices
  • 2 cup baby potatoes, halved
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 sheet heavy-duty aluminum foil sheets

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Assemble the packets
  1. Place each boneless chicken breast on a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil and sprinkle with ranch seasoning mix evenly across the surface.
  2. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon so the bacon covers the top and sides.
  3. Surround the chicken with baby potatoes (halved) and broccoli florets within the foil so they sit close to the chicken.
  4. Fold the foil up and over to form sealed packets, pressing edges tightly so steam stays inside.
Cook
  1. Place packets on a campfire grate over medium heat for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F.
Finish and serve
  1. Open the packets, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot chicken and vegetables, and reseal briefly just until the cheese melts.
  2. Serve immediately, keeping the chicken and vegetables together in the packet juices.

Notes

For faster, more even cooking, halve the baby potatoes to similar sizes and keep packets tightly sealed so steam cooks everything in one go. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet over medium-low until warmed through; freezer is not recommended because foil-cooked vegetables can turn soft. For a lighter option, use turkey bacon and a reduced-fat cheddar (texture stays close to the original).