Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Potato Packets
(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)
Source: Arkasnas Democrat Gazette- Kelly Brant
Serves 4 peopleCategories: Casseroles- One Dish Meals- Stir Fry- Pot Pies
Ingredients
- 1 lb. small/ baby potatoes, sliced 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs, or combination cut in chunks
- 1 1/2 cup corn kernels
- 1 red or yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil, plus more for coating foil
- 1 envelope ranch dressing mix
- Ground black pepper
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
Directions
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Prepare grill for medium-high heat. Alternately,
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heat oven to 400 degrees.
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In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, chicken, corn and bell pepper. Drizzle with vegetable oil and sprinkle with ranch mix and toss to coat. Season to taste with ground black pepper.
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Cut 4 (18 × 12-inch) sheets f heavy-duty aluminum foil. Wrap each packet securely, but loosely using double-fold seals.
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Place packets, seam side up directly on grill grate or on a baking sheet. Cook 45 to 50 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are tender. Carefully open packets, making sure to avoid the steam. Sprinkle each packet with 1/4 of the cheese, 1/4 of the bacon n 1/4 of the green onion. Serve immediately.