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Easy Juicy Campfire Foil Packet Chicken Fajitas

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A simple and flavorful recipe for juicy chicken fajitas cooked in foil packets over a campfire or grill, perfect for outdoor meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into thin strips
  • 3 bell peppers (red, green, and yellow), sliced into thin strips
  • 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Flour or corn tortillas, for serving

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken into thin strips about 1/2 inch thick. Slice bell peppers and onion into similar-sized strips.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and toss until well coated. Let sit for 10 minutes if possible.
  4. Tear off four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil (about 12×12 inches each). Divide half of the sliced peppers and onions evenly among the foil sheets, placing them in the center.
  5. Top the veggies with the marinated chicken strips, then add the remaining peppers and onions on top to create layers.
  6. Fold the foil over the filling and crimp the edges tightly to seal packets completely, leaving some space inside for steam to circulate. Double wrap if cooking directly on coals.
  7. Place the packets on a campfire grill grate or hot coals. Cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
  8. Carefully open one packet to check doneness; chicken should be no longer pink and juices run clear. Cook longer if needed.
  9. Serve the filling hot on warmed tortillas, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Double wrap foil packets if cooking directly on coals to prevent tearing. Marinate chicken for at least 10 minutes for best flavor and juiciness. Avoid poking holes in foil to check doneness to prevent drying out. Let packets rest sealed for 5 minutes after cooking to redistribute juices. Can be baked in a 400°F oven for 25-30 minutes if no campfire or grill is available.

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