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Flavorful Hobo Dinner Foil Packets Easy Tender Roasted Veggies Recipe

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A quick and easy foil packet meal featuring tender roasted veggies and juicy chicken thighs, perfect for busy weeknights or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved or quartered (Yukon Gold or red potatoes)
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thick rounds (about 1/2 inch thick)
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced into wedges
  • 1 medium bell pepper, any color, cut into strips (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Black pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (a handful, for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Tear off four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, about 12×12 inches each, and lay them flat on your workspace.
  3. In a large bowl, combine baby potatoes, carrots, onion wedges, and bell pepper strips with 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat evenly.
  4. Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Rub them with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  5. Divide the veggie mixture evenly among the foil sheets, placing it in the center. Top each pile with a seasoned chicken thigh.
  6. Fold the foil over the ingredients and crimp edges tightly to create sealed packets, leaving a little space inside for steam to circulate.
  7. Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Start checking at 35 minutes; veggies should be tender and chicken juices run clear.
  8. Carefully open the packets (steam will be hot!) and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure crispy skin. Use heavy-duty foil or double layer regular foil to prevent tearing. Do not overcrowd packets to allow even cooking. For browning, open packets for last 5 minutes if desired. Add quick-cooking veggies like zucchini halfway through baking to avoid mushiness.

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