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Campfire Chili Cheese Fries Tin Foil Dinner

Campfire Chili Cheese Fries Tin Foil Dinner

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๐ŸŸ๐Ÿ”ฅ All the comfort of crispy fries, hearty chili, and melty cheese cooked right over the campfire in one easy foil packet.
๐Ÿ•๏ธ๐Ÿง€ A no-fuss camping meal with minimal cleanup that comes together fast and satisfies everyone after a day outdoors.

  • Total Time: 25 min
  • Yield: 1 foil packet (1 to 2 servings) 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Heavy-duty aluminum foil (2 large sheets)

Cooking spray

1 small package frozen fries (crispy or shoestring cut, about 16 oz)

1 can (15 oz) chili (your favorite variety)

1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)

Instructions

1-Prepare the foil: Tear off two large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, stack them, and spray the top layer generously with cooking spray.

2-Add the fries: Place a small package of frozen fries onto the sprayed foil.

3-Seal the packet: Fold the edges tightly, leaving a little room for steam.

4-Cook over the coals: Place the packet directly on campfire coals (not flames), shake and turn every few minutes, and cook for about 15 minutes.

5-Check for doneness: Carefully open the packet to ensure the fries are tender and golden.

6-Add toppings: Top the cooked fries with canned chili and a generous handful of shredded cheese.

7-Melt the cheese: Reseal the packet and return it to the coals for another 3 to 5 minutes until the cheese completely melts.

8-Serve: Open the foil carefully, let the steam escape, and dig in.

9-Prep for large groups: Prep multiple foil packets ahead of time, store them in a cooler, and cook for the same time when placed on the coals.

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Notes

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Always use two layers of heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent tearing over hot coals and avoid leaks of melted cheese and chili into the fire.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Warm the canned chili separately before adding it to the fries, as this prevents soggy texture and cuts down on steam inside the packet.
๐Ÿงด Use cooking spray instead of butter or oil on the foil, since it withstands high campfire heat without scorching or leaving a bitter taste.

  • Author: Ruby Bennett
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Melting Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Campfire
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 foil packet
  • Calories: 680
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 1280mg
  • Fat: 36g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg