These Chicken Cordon Bleu Foil Packets are SO easy with just 10 minutes prep! They’re easy to prep ahead and make a great camping meal, can be cooked on the grill or in the oven. A true one “pack” meal! With step by step recipe video.
I was really committed to bringing you more summer themed recipes this year, and I feel like I’m doing all right so far.
This is my third chicken foil packet recipe this summer alone (along with these Chicken Parmesan Foil Packets and these Monterey Chicken Foil Packets — two more you should be making!)
We’ve also had some awesome summer sipper (Homemade Pink Lemonade!), fruit salad, and easy no bake cheesecake. I’m calling this summer a success!
As much as I’ve been enjoying summer (it goes by so quickly here in Manitoba!), I know I’ll blink and my Pinterest feed will be filled with all things pumpkin. It’s kind of sad, but at the same time, I do enjoy the changing of the seasons every time. It’s one thing I love about living out here!
I will admit, I’m not really a green salad eater.
Although you knew that, because I don’t even have a salad category here on The Recipe Rebel.
I prefer hearty, healthy food, and I love the mix of protein, veggies and cheese in this one pack wonder. With 3 kids 6 and under, I need real food that is going to keep me going for the whole day!
Little Potatoes are low in calories (just 20 per potato!) but high in fiber and potassium. The chicken and ham give an extra boost of protein, and the cheese as well (plus, cheese is just delicious!).
It helps that the kids will eat pretty much anything if there is cheese melted on it!
How to Make Chicken Cordon Bleu Foil Packets:
- Buy good ham. Some of the cooked ham you can find in the grocery store is watery and unappetizing. I like to go for a ham with natural ingredients (bone in is even better, but definitely more time consuming!)
- Pick up some Little Potatoes — any kind you like! Any of the varietals would be good in these foil pack, and they’re all easy to prep (no washing or peeling!), cook quickly, and have a creamy texture unlike any other!
- Get creative. I love that you came here for this recipe, but feel free to make it your own! Add in extra veggies (mushrooms or broccoli would be great in here), swap out the Swiss cheese for another kind (go for a Jalapeno Monterey Jack if you want to spice up your life!), or sprinkle some toasted Panko bread crumbs on just before serving for a nod to a true Cordon Bleu.
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*This post is generously sponsored by The Little Potato Company — thank you for supporting the brands that support The Recipe Rebel!
Chicken Cordon Bleu Foil Packets
written by Ashley Fehr
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cubed
- 300 grams Little Potatoes about 16-20, halved
- 1 cup cooked ham cubed
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high, or about 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except for the cheese (chicken through pepper). Stir well.
- Lay one piece of tin foil on top of another and spray the center lightly with non stick spray. Spoon ¼ of the chicken mixture into the center of the foil, and fold to seal completely.
- Grill over direct heat for about 20 minutes, until a meat thermometer inserted in the thickest piece of chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
- Open packets and sprinkle each with ¼ cup cheese. Close the grill for 2-3 minutes, just until melted. Serve.
Notes
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Ciera Wilson says
Could you Pre Cook all this and put it in the freezer to reheat while camping?
The Recipe Rebel says
Hi Ciera, I’m sure you could with no problems. Enjoy!
Karen says
Think I could put these packets in air fryer instead of oven?? Not great in kitchen so just asking for advice😂😂
The Recipe Rebel says
Hi Karen, I’ve not tested foil packets in the air fryer before, so I have no idea. Sorry!
Sarah says
This recipe was good but as others have commented the cooktime is way too low in the oven. I cooked them for 50min at 375 and potatoes were still a little under done!
The Recipe Rebel says
Thanks for the feedback Sarah.
kjlafont@gmail.com says
Thank you for this recipe! We cooked it last time camping and it was amazing! It really hit the spot!
Ashley Fehr says
I’m so glad to hear that!
Chris says
Err Chicken Cordon Bleu is Swiss, not American, the hint is in the name – cordon bleu, means blue ribbon
It sounds like an interesting take on the original receipe
Linda says
Could you use thighs instead of breasts?
Ashley Fehr says
Yes definitely! I would just cut them into the same size pieces
Melissa D says
I tried this recipe in the oven twice. The first time the potatoes were a little undone and the ham was a little watery. I would suggest using a good ham or prosciutto. Another thing I did was boil my potatoes for a few minutes before baking. It makes a bit difference. Overall, it was easy and tasted good.
Ashley Fehr says
Those are great tips! Thanks for sharing!
Marty K. says
Great new family favorite. Easy to make, easy to cook,even easier to eat. Little potatoes were hard though. I’ll try a different brand next time. Love this dish.
Ashley Fehr says
Thanks Marty! I would try cutting the potatoes into smaller portions if you find them too hard at the end of the cook time
Melanie says
I know I’ve asked you before about potato substitutes (I’ve never liked them and can’t bring myself to force myself to eat them as an adult), but could I sub in broccoli instead?
Melanie says
Also, the instructions only give hour to grill the packets (unless I missed it). Would I bake these in the oven at 375-400 for 20-25 minutes? If so, how would the last step (Step 5) work?
Ashley Fehr says
Yes! I added a note to the recipe but I think that would be sufficient
Melanie says
Whoops!! I missed the Recipe Notes. My bad
Ashley Fehr says
I think broccoli would be great! You would just want to add it in the last 3-5 minutes.
Elizabeth Vlug says
Just pinned this recipe. Looks delicious. ps. I couldn’t agree with you more about the ham. Some of them are soooo watery and rubbery. Thanks for sharing.
Ashley Fehr says
I hope you enjoy it!