Food and Recipes Dinner Easy Foil Packet Recipes That Make Dinner Cleanup A Breeze By Southern Living Editors Updated on November 28, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry Get dinner on the table in a flash with almost zero cleanup thanks to these nifty foil packet recipe ideas. We're all about a meal that's easy to make for busy weeknights and these foil packet meals are even easier than our sheet pan meals. These packets combine a protein like chicken or fish, a starch like potatoes, rice, or pasta, and veggies. Swap out the veggies in the recipe if you prefer something different. The sauce can be a simple drizzle of olive oil and parsley or a company-worthy lemon-butter sauce. Some of these recipes can be baked or cooked on the grill, so be sure to adjust your cooking time accordingly. The beauty of foil packet recipes is that they pack in just as much flavor as a dinner cooked in a skillet or on a pan but don't require the cleanup. We promise you'll love this collection of foil packet dinners. 01 of 06 Grilled Clambake Foil Packets with Herb Butter Linda Pugliese; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Anna Hampton Who doesn't love a good clambake? And no cleanup involved? Count us in with this tasty mix of clams, shrimp, and corn coated in herb butter. 02 of 06 Cheesy Green Chile Pork Chop Foil Packets Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry We love the convenience of a foil packet meal without compromising on any flavor. These little packets, loaded with spices, veggies, beans, and chiles, do not disappoint. This thick-cut meat is budget-friendly, and it cooks easily on a grill top with enough heat to pack in the Southwestern flavors. 03 of 06 Lemon-Basil Chicken Breast Foil Packets Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry These foil packets can even be made in advance, so if you're heading out for an evening hike and need a portable trail dinner, then this is the meal for you. Kids and adults alike will be impressed by this simple yet tasty chicken and pasta creation. 04 of 06 Foil Packet Red Beans and Rice Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry Enjoy the comforts of a homemade meal without having to wash a single pot or pan. Red beans and rice are an affordable staple, and when cooked in a foil packet, they're easy to clean up, too. What's not to love about that?! 05 of 06 Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets with Red Potatoes and Zucchini The Recipe Critic Shrimp is always an easy weeknight dinner choice, and a foil packet meal makes for easy cleanup. Even better, the shrimp steam right in the foil pouch. This recipe combines fresh shrimp with red potatoes, thinly chopped zucchini, tender onions, and Cajun seasoning. Choose large shrimp so they won’t overcook before the vegetables are done. 06 of 06 Grilled Vegetables with Chickpeas, Feta, and Couscous Johnny Autry; Prop and Food Styling: Charlotte L. Autry Whether you're looking for a veggie-forward dinner or a tasty side dish, this recipe is flavorful, filling, and mess-free. Eat it right from the packet for even less cleanup. If you don't eat it all, fold the foil over and store the leftovers for an exciting next-day lunch. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit