17 Exciting Tinfoil Dinner Recipes Perfect For Summer Campfires

Whether or not your little one is a fan of the outdoors, kiddos love the excitement of cooking under the stars. From backyard bonfires to family camping trips, the Summer is filled with opportunities to change up your dinner routine and try something different. Tinfoil dinners not only are the perfect option for your outdoor adventures because of their easy prep and cleanup, but there's also a surprising range of meals you can make using these kid-friendly foil packets. Check out these creative foil dinner ideas and get inspired for your next outdoor meal!

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Baked Foil Fish Packets
The Weary Chef

Baked Foil Fish Packets

Cooked on a bed of asparagus with tomato and lemon, this fish foil packet recipe will taste too fancy for the campgrounds!

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Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Steak Foil Packets
Sandy Toes And Popsicles

Jalapeño Cilantro Lime Steak Foil Packets

This easy camping meal leaves no dirty dishes to clean up so you have ample time to enjoy s'mores and memories around the campfire.

03
Italian Chicken Foil Bakes
Diethood

Italian Chicken Foil Bakes

Not only is this a healthy foil meal option, but it can quickly be prepped ahead of time for less work on your trip.

04
Campfire Chili Cheese Fries
Notey

Campfire Chili Cheese Fries

Who knew it was possible to make delicious chili cheese fries over the campfire? Thanks to this creative recipe, you can indulge your kiddos in one of their favorite splurges during your family's outdoor adventure.

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Cajun-Style Foil Packets
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Cajun-Style Foil Packets

This summertime meal is so irresistible, your family will want to eat it right out of the foil!

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Salmon and Asparagus Packets
Cooking Classy

Salmon and Asparagus Packets

Cooking this recipe in a foil pouch keeps the salmon moist and full of flavor.

07
Lemon Chicken and Potatoes
Damn Delicious

Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

You don't need a full kitchen to prepare this hearty meal and everyone will be a happy camper to open their own individual packets of lemon chicken with potatoes.

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Salmon and Summer Veggies
Cooking Classy

Salmon and Summer Veggies

For another creative way to serve fish without the little ones getting bored, check out this light tinfoil dinner recipe that utilizes seasonal vegetables for a fresh meal that can be cooked over the fire with minimal cleanup.

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Grilled Barbecue Chicken in Foil
Diethood

Grilled Barbecue Chicken in Foil

Nothing could be easier or more satisfying than this delicious recipe for grilled barbecue chicken foil packets.

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Cheesy Garlic Fries in Foil
Damn Delicious

Cheesy Garlic Fries in Foil

Cook this cheesy recipe on the grill or campfire and it's likely going to be the highlight of your entire adventure!

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Garlic Parmesan Broccoli and Potatoes in Foil
Damn Delicious

Garlic Parmesan Broccoli and Potatoes in Foil

When you combine an easy-to-make foil recipe with plenty of grated parmesan, you're in for a guaranteed hit.

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Asian Salmon in Foil
Damn Delicious

Asian Salmon in Foil

Venture away from the traditional campfire food of hot dogs and beans with a flavorful recipe that's just as easy to make.

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Potato and Bacon Foil Packets
Damn Delicious

Potato and Bacon Foil Packets

Your kids will love the flavor (bacon does make everything better!) and you'll love how effortless this dish is to prepare when you're away from your kitchen.

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Shrimp Fajitas in Foil
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Shrimp Fajitas in Foil

This dish will come out tender and full of flavor as the sizzling veggies and seasoning cooks with the shrimp in one perfect packet.

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Grilled Pineapple Chicken Foil Packets
Creme de la Crumb

Grilled Pineapple Chicken Foil Packets

This sweet and savory meal will quickly become a family favorite — whether you're cooking outdoors or not.

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Pesto Caprese Chicken in Foil
Damn Delicious

Pesto Caprese Chicken in Foil

Warning: You might get some jealous looks from other campers when they see this impressive meal you were able to create.

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Shrimp Boil Foil Packets
Damn Delicious

Shrimp Boil Foil Packets

With the option to make these hearty foil packets ahead of time, you can serve a full meal with zero prep or cleanup.