Description
These Campfire Dinner Meatloaf Foil Packets are a convenient and delicious way to enjoy a classic meatloaf meal while camping or grilling outdoors. The individual foil packets seal in all the flavors, creating a juicy meatloaf surrounded by tender vegetables, perfect for a cozy campfire meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Meatloaf:
- 1½ lbs ground beef (85% lean)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup milk
- ¼ cup ketchup
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Vegetables:
- 2 cups baby potatoes, quartered
- 2 cups baby carrots, halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Additional salt and pepper for vegetables
For Garnish:
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
- Prepare the Meatloaf: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cheddar cheese. Mix until just combined. Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into mini loaves.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In another bowl, toss the baby potatoes and carrots with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Packets: Lay out four large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. In the center of each, place a meatloaf and a portion of vegetables around it. Fold the foil over the contents and seal tightly to form packets.
- Cook the Packets: Cook over a campfire or on a grill over medium heat for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway through, until meat is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Serve: Carefully open packets and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- These foil packets can also be baked in a 400°F oven for about 35 minutes.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add sliced onions or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
