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written by Ashley Fehr

4.89 from 9 votes

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings 4 servings

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Last updated on May 27, 2020

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These Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets are made with juicy grilled chicken breast, potatoes and green beans and covered in the simplest homemade honey garlic sauce — an easy camping meal!

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  • What’s in honey garlic sauce?
  • How to make Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets:
  • Can I make these foil packs in the oven?
  • Variations on these Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets:
  • Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets Recipe

I’ve got camping on my brain, and I’m hoping to rack up a bunch of new favorite easy grilling recipes this summer!

I don’t know about you, but getting outside and cooking outside is one of our favorite things to do in the summer, and having a slew of easy grilling recipes makes that so much easier to do!

Some of our favorites so far are theseChicken Parmesan Foil Packets with Veggies,Chicken Cordon Bleu Foil Packets, and theseEasy Monterey Chicken Foil Packets.

I always use Little potatoes for grilling, because I don’t have to wash or peel them, they’re just ready to go right out of the bag! Plus, they’re downright delicious 😉

I like to halve or slice them so they cook in the same amount of time as the chicken in these foil packs, but if you’re just grilling potatoes you don’t even have to do that!

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For these foil packs I used the Terrific Trio from Little Potato Company, but any Little potatoes will work just as well!

Foil pack meals are great for prepping ahead so you can really enjoy your time outside — and who doesn’t want more of that this summer?

What’s in honey garlic sauce?

The honey garlic sauce is a favorite for a reason — it’s just the right amount of sweet and tangy, and comes together with just a few ingredients.

After many tries I finally narrowed down my perfect honey garlic sauce and it couldn’t be easier!

  1. liquid honey (not creamed and not flavored)
  2. soy sauce (always low sodium!)
  3. fresh minced garlic (I buy the jarred stuff!)
  4. cider vinegar (just a touch for a little tang!)

I sometimes like to add a little corn starch and thicken a bit in the microwave to brush over the chicken as a glaze after cooking, but this isn’t 100% necessary.

How to make Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets:

  1. Slice up your Little potatoes and halve your beans — this ensures they fit nicely in the foil packs and cook in about the same amount of time as the chicken.
  2. Top with your chicken — using whole chicken breasts ensures the chicken will stay juicy, and you can even swap this for boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer!
  3. Brush with half of your sauce mixture — we want to save a little for afterwards!
  4. Seal the packets to keep everything moist.
  5. Grill over medium heat, about 375-400 degrees F. Open once or twice to check and shift veggies around if they are cooking too quickly on the bottom.
  6. Thicken remaining sauce and serve!
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Can I make these foil packs in the oven?

You can absolutely make these in the oven if you don’t have a grill or it’s not grilling weather.

Simply bake, sealed, in a 375 degree F oven for 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender and chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F in the thickest part.

Variations on these Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets:

  • Switch up the veggies and use ones that are in season or that your family enjoys — asparagus, thinly sliced carrots, broccoli, mushrooms, peppers all work, just keep in mind that they may have varying cook times.
  • Don’t like cooking in foil? Skip the foil and throw everything in a grill pan (one with no holes in it!).
  • As I mentioned above, you can swap the chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer — they have a little more fat and a little more flavor.
  • For a one-pan meal from the grill, try an Oven | BBQ Ready kit by The Little Potato Company, potatoes and seasoning pack come in a foil cooking tray. The Garlic Herb flavour would work well in this recipe!

*This post is generously sponsored by The Little Potato Company and I was compensated for my time in creating this recipe. All opinions are my own.

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Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets

written by Ashley Fehr

4.89 from 9 votes

These Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets are made with juicy grilled chicken breast, potatoes and green beans and covered in the simplest homemade honey garlic sauce — an easy camping meal!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Cuisine American

Course Main Course

Servings 4 servings

Calories 536cal

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/3 cup liquid honey
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
  • 20 fresh Little potatoes (any varietal)
  • 2 cups fresh green beans
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Lay two large rectangular pieces of foil, one on top of the other.Lightly grease with non stick spray.

  • In a medium bowl or large liquid measuring cup, whisk together honey, soy sauce, corn starch, garlic and vinegar. Set aside.

  • Cut the Little potatoes into thick slices (roughly 3 or 4 slices per potato).

  • Place ¼ of the potatoes in the center of the foil and top with ¼ of the beans. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place one chicken breast on top and season with salt and pepper.

  • Drizzle with 1 tablespoon honey garlic sauce. Fold and pinch the foil to seal completely.

  • Repeat 3 more times for 4 packets total. You will have about half of the sauce remaining.

  • Grill over medium-high heat (roughly 400 degrees F) for 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F and potatoes are tender.

  • Meanwhile, microwave remaining sauce mixture in 20-30 second intervals, stirring each time. You will need to watch the sauce in the microwave to ensure it doesn’t bubble over, then remove from the microwave and stir, and return to the microwave to thicken further if desired.

  • Open foil packs and serve with reserved honey garlic sauce to finish.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 536cal | Carbohydrates: 96g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 2142mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 83.1mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 4.2mg

Keywords chicken foil packets, honey garlic chicken

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Comments

  1. Josephine B says

    Hi Ashley, I’ve not tried these as yet, but was wondering if I could make them in my Air Fryer maybe at 180C for 15-18 minutes and check them at the 15 minutes mark. Do think this would work? Thank you in advance.

    Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Josephine! I think you could definitely make them in the air fryer! It’s hard to say for how long, I would just watch the internal temperature of your chicken! Let me know how it goes!

      Reply

  2. Marilee A says

    This recipe looks so good! Planning on making this recipe this weekend when we are camping. Normally I put a little water in the foil packets that have potatoes for the potatoes to cook and not be raw when done. I noticed that you don’t add any water. Does the potato’s cook down enough where they are cooked and not raw without adding water?

    Reply

    • The Recipe Rebel says

      Hi Marilee! I’ve never had an issue with the potatoes being raw with this method. Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply

  3. Melody says

    Could I make the packs ahead of time and store in the fridge for a day or two?

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Yes definitely! I would probably not leave them more than a day.

      Reply

    • David Booth says

      Can these be put in the oven. It’s raining out and I can’t grill.

      Reply

      • Ashley Fehr says

        Absolutely! You will cook at the same temperature for about the same amount of time

  4. Lindsay Cotter says

    Easy dinner for the win! This needs to happen soon!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Thanks Lindsay!

      Reply

  5. Taylor says

    Love this honey garlic sauce! Perfect grilling recipe!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Thanks Taylor!

      Reply

  6. Toni says

    I loved that this is so easy to make!! Perfect for camping!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Yes! One of our favorite things to bring along!

      Reply

  7. Tanya Schroeder says

    Foil packs make life so easy, I cannot wait to try this recipe!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Thanks Tanya! Especially in the summer!

      Reply

  8. Emily says

    I’m so excited about this recipe, we needed some foil dinner ideas for a camping trip this weekend!!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      Yes! We love how easy they are to bring along!

      Reply

  9. Trang says

    I love cooking in foil! It’s so easy!

    Reply

    • Ashley Fehr says

      The no clean up is the best part!

      Reply

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Honey Garlic Chicken Foil Packets {VIDEO} - The Recipe Rebel (2024)

FAQs

Does wrapping chicken in foil keep it moist? ›

The covering helps prevent excessive evaporation and keeps the chicken moist throughout the cooking process. Preventing dryness. Chicken tends to dry out more quickly when exposed to direct heat. Covering the chicken creates a barrier that prevents the top surface from drying out, resulting in tender meat.

What does cooking chicken in foil do? ›

It delivers mouth-watering results: By using foil to bake chicken, you seal in its juices as it steams. This keeps your chicken moist and wonderfully flavorful. It gives you a complete meal in a packet: While you can bake your chicken alone, using foil allows you to build a delicious, all-in-one meal.

What is the best way to keep a chicken moist? ›

Salt the chicken generously all over

A generous amount of salt—after you've dried the chicken well with paper towels—will help the interior of the bird stay moist while crisping the skin and enhancing the flavor.

Which side of foil to use? ›

Foil has a shiny side and a dull side because of how it is manufactured. Unless you are using foil that's labeled non-stick, which does have a non-stick side, it does not matter what side you use. Both the shiny and dull sides can be used the same way to cook, freeze, and store food.

Is it better to bake chicken at 350 or 400? ›

You can roast or bake anywhere between 325 and 450 degrees F. When roasting a whole chicken, a nice rule of them is to start at 400 to 425 degrees F and then turn the oven down to 350 after 15 minutes and cook until the internal temp of the chicken is 165 – 175 degrees F on an instant read thermometer.

What happens if you don't cover chicken when baking? ›

You never have to worry about covering chicken while baking, as it's OK to bake it uncovered. Once your chicken is in the oven, it's hands-free until you need to check the temperature. Then, you can whip up a no-cook appetizer, vegetable or potato side dish, or dessert if you're feeling ambitious.

How do you keep chicken from sticking to aluminum foil? ›

Oil the Meat

Use a flavorful oil that is appropriate for high-heat situations. Grapeseed oil and avocado oil make good choices for fish, chicken, steak, and other meat. One trick is to use the oil to your advantage.

Does aluminum foil keep meat moist? ›

Covering dishes with aluminum foil

It protects your food from drying out or burning and helps keep in the heat and moisture, ensuring a perfectly cooked meal. Loosely covering your dish with foil can prevent uneven browning while baking. However, tightly sealing your bakeware with foil is the way to go for more steam.

Does wrapping meat in foil make it more tender? ›

Wrapping your brisket in aluminum foil speeds up cooking time and keeps in the meat's fat and juices, leaving it tender. It also helps keep the temperature constant, allowing it to cook evenly. However, timing is crucial when using tinfoil, especially for those who like their meat slightly crispy.

What does wrapping meat in aluminum foil do? ›

But here's the real question we want to answer — why do we wrap foods at all? Wrapping meat in foil mid-grill or smoke gives it the chance to continue cooking without getting too much of a bark. When done correctly, the Texas Crutch allows the meat to simmer in its own — and added — juices.

Does chicken cook slower in foil? ›

Foil shouldn't really effect the cook time in an oven for most things, but rather the way the food cooks. It will get a less direct heat and more steam, so it'll get less color but more moisture.

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