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Crack Chicken Foil Packets

Crack chicken foil packets with ranch seasoning, bacon, and cheddar melt together inside sealed aluminum foil for tender chicken. You’ll open the packets at the end to serve the creamy ranch chicken mixture, ideal for camping meal cooking.
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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: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken foil packet base
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 8 slice bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 0.25 cup green onions, sliced
  • 4 sheet heavy-duty aluminum foil

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Assemble packets
  1. Place each chicken breast on a sheet of foil.
  2. Sprinkle each chicken breast with ranch seasoning mix.
  3. Top each chicken breast with crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese cubes, and sliced green onions.
  4. Fold foil into sealed packets so the edges fully close.
Cook and serve
  1. Place packets on a campfire grate over medium heat for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
  2. Carefully open packets and serve hot, letting the melted cheese and ranch mixture fall over the chicken.

Notes

For the best melt, keep packets sealed tightly so steam helps cook the chicken evenly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat in a covered skillet over low heat until hot throughout. Freeze yes—cool completely, freeze in sealed containers for up to 2 months, and thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating. For a lighter option, use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat cheddar while keeping the same packet method.