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Ranch Chicken Potato Foil Packets


  • Author: The Foil Packet Chef

Description

An easy and flavorful one-packet meal with tender chicken, crispy potatoes, and zesty ranch seasoning, perfect for grilling or baking.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust:

  • For the chicken and potatoes:
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, quartered
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • For the ranch seasoning:
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • For garnish:
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. 1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (or oven to 400Β°F).
  2. 2. In a large bowl, toss chicken and potatoes with olive oil.
  3. 3. In a small bowl, mix ranch seasoning with garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  4. 4. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over chicken and potatoes, tossing to coat evenly.
  5. 5. Divide mixture evenly among 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12Γ—18 inches each).
  6. 6. Fold foil over mixture and crimp edges tightly to form sealed packets.
  7. 7. Grill for 25-30 minutes or bake for 35-40 minutes until chicken reaches 165Β°F and potatoes are tender.
  8. 8. Carefully open packets (watch for steam) and garnish with parsley and cheese if desired.

Notes

For crispier potatoes, open packets during last 5 minutes of cooking. Can substitute sweet potatoes or add vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.