Campfire Hobo Dinner
Perfect for outdoor cooking enthusiasts, this Campfire Hobo Dinner is a hearty, flavor-packed meal that brings the comforts of home to the great outdoors. Featuring tender ground beef (or your protein of choice) paired with a vibrant medley of diced potatoes, carrots, onions, and bell peppers, this classic recipe is seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a dash of salt and pepper for a smoky, savory finish. Wrapped in foil and cooked over campfire coals or a grill, the ingredients steam together with a touch of butter, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture with minimal cleanup. Whether you're at a campsite, hosting a backyard barbecue, or looking for a quick family dinner, this easy-to-make, customizable dish is the ultimate no-fuss solution. Enjoy the magic of foil-packet cooking with this iconic campfire classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or protein of choice)
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup carrots, sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 large bell pepper, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, sliced into pats
- 4 large foil sheets
Instructions
Start by preparing a campfire with medium-hot coals or preheat a grill to medium heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine diced potatoes, sliced carrots, chopped onion, and chopped bell pepper.
Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
Season the vegetable mixture with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix well.
Divide the seasoned vegetables into four equal portions.
Cut the ground beef into four equal patties or portions (if using another protein, divide it similarly).
Place a protein portion onto the center of a large foil sheet.
Top each protein portion with one portion of the seasoned vegetables.
Place a small pat of butter on top of each foil packet’s contents for added flavor.
Fold the edges of the foil up and around the ingredients, sealing tightly to form a packet. Be careful not to tear the foil.
Place the foil packets directly onto the campfire coals or onto the grill grates.
Cook for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking. Cooking time may vary based on heat intensity.
Carefully remove the packets from the fire or grill with tongs and let sit for 2-3 minutes before opening.
Open the packets carefully to avoid steam burns and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 133.3 g | 171% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.5 g | 258% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2872 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.0 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.9 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 233 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 4078 mg | 87% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
