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Italian Chicken & Veggies
Dinner
Italian Chicken & Veggies

Prep: 15 min

Cook: 20–25 min (Foil Packets) | 45–60 min (Dutch Oven)

Servings: 8

Tools & Equipment List

Knifes, Cutting Board, Mixing Bowl, Foil, Stove, Dutch Oven, Aluminum Foil, Tongs, Measuring Cups, Measuring Spoons, Meat Thermometer

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 large chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

  • 2 cups baby potatoes, halved or quartered

  • 1 large carrot, cut into sticks

  • 1 bell pepper, cut into chunks (red, yellow, or orange)

  • 1 medium yellow onion, cut into chunks

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • ¼ cup olive oil

  • ¼ cup water (Dutch oven method only)


Seasoning:

  • ½ tablespoon EACH: dried basil, dried oregano, dried parsley, garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon EACH onion powder, dried thyme

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Ingredients List

Carrots

Bell pepper

Garlic

Onion - Yellow

Potatoes (Baby)

Thyme (Dried)

Oregano (Dried)

Parsley (Dried)

Ground Pepper

Sea Salt

Olive Oil

Basil (Dried)

Onion Powder

Garlic Powder

Chicken Fresh

INSTRUCTIONS


Preparing the Chicken and Vegetables

  • Trim chicken thighs and pat dry

  • Cut potatoes, carrots, bell pepper, and onion into even pieces

  • Combine chicken, vegetables, and garlic in a large bowl

  • Pour olive oil over everything, sprinkle all seasoning and toss until well coated


Foil Packet Method

  • Double layer heavy-duty foil sheets, one per 1–2 people

  • Divide chicken and vegetable mixture evenly, one thigh per packet

  • Fold and seal packets tightly leaving a small air pocket inside


Cooking on the Grill

  • Preheat grill to approximately 425°F

  • Cook packets 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through

  • Remove with tongs, open carefully allowing steam to escape


Cooking Over Campfire Coals

  • Allow fire to burn down to a solid bed of glowing coals

  • Nestle packets into coals at the edge of the fire using long tongs

  • Cook 25–35 minutes, turning once halfway through

  • Check chicken reaches 165°F internally before serving


Cooking on a Camp Stove Grate

  • Heat burner to medium-high, place packets flat on grate

  • Cook 20–25 minutes, turning once halfway through

  • Reduce heat if packets begin to scorch on the bottom

  • Check chicken reaches 165°F internally before serving


Dutch Oven Method

  • Layer potatoes on the bottom, add carrots, bell pepper, onion, and garlic

  • Nestle chicken thighs on top, pour ¼ cup water around the edges, drizzle olive oil over top

  • Sprinkle all seasoning evenly, add salt and pepper

  • Place over 6–8 coals on the bottom, spread 10–12 coals on the lid

  • Cook 45–60 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are fork tender


Doubling for Larger Groups: Use a second 12-inch Dutch oven and repeat the full recipe, or prepare double the foil packets on the grill simultaneously.

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