This Chicken Hobo recipe is a classic American camping dish that can be easily prepared at home. It consists of tender chicken, seasoned veggies, and a flavorful sauce, all cooked together to create a delicious one-pot meal. With a few simple ingredients and some foil, you can have a satisfying dinner on the table in no time. Whether you're planning a camping trip or looking for a quick weeknight dinner idea, this Chicken Hobo recipe is perfect!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cups diced potatoes
- 2 cups sliced carrots
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut 4 large pieces of aluminum foil, about 12x12 inches.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, onion, bell peppers, garlic, olive oil, dried thyme, dried rosemary, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasonings.
- Divide the vegetable mixture evenly among the foil pieces, placing it in the center.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then place one chicken breast on top of each pile of vegetables.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, barbecue sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Drizzle the sauce over each chicken breast and vegetables.
- Fold the sides of the foil over the chicken and vegetables, sealing each packet tightly.
- Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Carefully open the foil packets, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Interesting Facts
The term 'hobo' in the recipe name refers to the cooking method, where the ingredients are wrapped in foil packets and cooked over a fire, just like a hobo would do while camping.
This recipe can be easily customized with your favorite vegetables, herbs, or spices. Feel free to experiment and make it your own!
Chicken Hobo is a versatile dish that can also be cooked on a barbecue grill or over a campfire for an authentic camping experience.