Description
Juicy, self-basting chicken foil packets with tender veggies and aromatic spices. Leak-proof steam chambers ensure zero mess, customizable flavors, and perfect harmony between proteins and vegetables. Quick, easy, and kid-approved.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, 2 medium potatoes diced small, 1 medium bell pepper chopped 1-inch, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 cup broccoli or zucchini florets, 2–3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
Divide chicken into 1-inch cubes and place in 4 heavy-duty aluminum foil sheets
Add diced potatoes, bell pepper, onion, and broccoli/zucchini to each packet
Drizzle 3/4 tbsp olive oil over each, sprinkle garlic, seasoning, salt, pepper, and 1 tsp lemon juice per packet
Seal packets by crimping edges with tongs
Bake 25–30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), juices run clear
Let rest 5 minutes before opening
Notes
Use halal chicken if needed
Swap potatoes with sweet potatoes or cauliflower; bell peppers with mushrooms or zucchini
Adjust spices: try chili powder, paprika, or curry powder for variation
Grease foil edges for easier sealing
Packets can be grilled on indirect heat (350°F/175°C) instead of baked
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International Comfort
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil packet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 115mg