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Bacon Ranch Chicken Foil Packets

Bacon ranch chicken foil packets with bacon-wrapped chicken, tender baby potatoes, and broccoli steamed inside sealed aluminum packets. Open the foil at the end and melt shredded cheddar over the hot chicken for a campfire-style, all-in-one meal.
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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: 620
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep the packets
  1. Place each boneless chicken breast on a sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil and sprinkle with ranch seasoning mix. Make sure the seasoning coats the top of the chicken.
  2. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon. Press lightly so the bacon stays attached to the chicken during cooking.
  3. Surround the chicken with baby potatoes, halved and broccoli florets on the foil. Arrange vegetables so they sit close to the chicken for even steaming.
  4. Fold the foil into sealed packets. Crimp the edges tightly to keep steam inside.
Cook
  1. Place packets on a campfire grate over medium heat for 20-25 minutes. Cook until the chicken reaches 165°F, with steam visibly building inside the foil.
Finish and serve
  1. Open the packets and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese. Let the cheese melt as the steam rises from the packet.
  2. Reseal the packets briefly to melt the cheese, then serve. The cheese should look fully softened and glossy over the chicken.

Notes

For the best sealed steam effect, crimp foil edges firmly and keep packets flat so potatoes cook evenly. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat until hot throughout. Freezing isn’t recommended because foil texture changes when thawed. If you want a lighter option, use turkey bacon in the same amount.