Grilled BBQ Chicken & Potato Foil Packs
These Grilled BBQ Chicken & Potato Foil Packs are a simple and delicious summer dinner. Juicy chicken and creamy potatoes come together with smoky BBQ flavor, all with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
For Each Foil Pack
- 2 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs Boneless preferred.
- 1 pound Little potatoes (Yukon Gold recommended) Chopped into small pieces.
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce The smokier, the better.
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil Can substitute with butter.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder Optional.
- 1/2 cup Onions or bell peppers Optional, depending on preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Fire up your grill.
- Cut a heavy-duty foil into a double layer.
- Place the chopped potatoes, chicken, BBQ sauce, olive oil, and seasonings in the center of the foil.
- Wrap the foil tightly, ensuring there are no leaks and leaving space for steam.
Cooking
- Toss the wrapped foil pack on the grill.
- Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
- If cooking straight from the fridge, add an extra 5 minutes.
Serving
- Open the foil carefully to avoid burns from steam.
- Serve hot, optionally with extra BBQ sauce, chopped green onions, parsley, or a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
Chop the potatoes small to ensure even cooking. You can use no-sugar BBQ sauce or spice it up with salsa if desired. This recipe can easily be adapted with different vegetables or proteins.