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BBQ Chicken and Potato Foil Packets cooked with cheese and herbs in aluminum foil.

BBQ Chicken and Potato Foil Packets

A deliciously simple foil packet meal featuring tender chicken and flavorful potatoes with sweet and smoky BBQ sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into chunks Thighs stay extra juicy.
  • 1.5 pounds potatoes, cut small to cook through Aim for pieces around the size of a dice.
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Your favorite sauce, plus extra for serving.
  • 2 tablespoons oil or melted butter Helps the potatoes brown and prevents dryness.
Seasonings
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Optional, but recommended.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 medium sliced onion Optional
  • 1 medium bell pepper, sliced Optional
  • 1 cup corn Optional
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Optional, to add at the end.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut the chicken and potatoes into even chunks to ensure they cook evenly.
  3. In a bowl, toss the chicken and potatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Building the Foil Packets
  1. Lay out a large sheet of heavy-duty foil. If using regular foil, double it for strength.
  2. Pile the seasoned chicken and potatoes in the center of the foil.
  3. Spoon BBQ sauce over the chicken and potatoes, being careful not to overfill the packet.
  4. Tightly fold the foil to seal the packet, leaving some space inside for heat to circulate.
Cooking
  1. Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes.
  2. Check for doneness by ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are soft.
  3. If the chicken is done but the potatoes are firm, rewrap and bake an additional 8 to 10 minutes.
  4. For extra BBQ flavor, broil the opened packet for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.

Notes

Assemble packets up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerate. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking for even cooking. For grilled packets, cook over medium heat for 25 to 35 minutes, flipping once.