BBQ Chicken Foil Packets
"These simple BBQ Chicken Foil Packets require just five ingredients and can be prepared in the oven or on the grill! This all-in-one meal is not only delicious but also boasts minimal cleanup, making it a fantastic choice for busy nights."
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Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks and thighs
- 3 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
- optional chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- 4 pieces Reynolds Wrap® Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
Begin by heating your grill to a medium-high setting or preheat your oven to 425°F.
- 2
Cut out four large pieces of aluminum foil, each measuring 18 x 12 inches, and lay them flat on a clean surface.
- 3
In the center of each foil square, distribute 3/4 cup of frozen mixed vegetables.
- 4
Season the chicken pieces with salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Apply 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce to both sides of the chicken, then place two pieces (one drumstick and one thigh) in the center of each foil square.
- 5
Fold up the longer sides of the foil so that they meet above the chicken. Securely double-fold the ends, ensuring there is enough space inside for steam to circulate. Then, double-fold the shorter ends to completely seal the packets, preventing any steam from escaping.
- 6
Position the foil packets on the preheated grill over medium-high heat. Cover and cook them using indirect heat for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 160°F when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
- 7
Carefully take the packets off the grill and gently open them. Brush the chicken with the reserved BBQ sauce and leave it uncovered to cook for an additional 5 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish.
- 8
If using the oven, ensure it is preheated to 425°F.
- 9
Arrange the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake them for 50 to 55 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked, tender, and registers an internal temperature of 160°F with an instant-read thermometer.
- 10
Once the baking sheet is removed from the oven, gently open the foil and brush the chicken with the remaining BBQ sauce. Return to the oven for 5 minutes uncovered, and finish with a garnish of fresh parsley if you like.