Description
Santa Fe Chicken Foil Packets are a deliciously simple meal that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and zesty spices—wrapped in foil for easy cooking and cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor gatherings, these flavorful packets deliver a delightful taste experience with minimal effort. Just mix the ingredients, seal them in foil, and cook on the grill or in the oven. Enjoy a fun mealtime that your family and friends will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium bell peppers (1 red, 1 yellow), sliced thinly
- 1 medium red onion, sliced thinly
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) or prepare your grill over medium-high heat.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Add sliced bell peppers, red onion, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Lay out sheets of aluminum foil (about 12 inches long). Divide the chicken mixture among the sheets and seal each packet tightly.
- Cook on the grill or place on a baking sheet in the oven for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Carefully open each packet and serve immediately, drizzling with extra olive oil or lime juice if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg