Southwestern Chicken Foil Packets Food

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN FOIL PACKET RECIPE

Steps:

• Preheat outdoor grill to medium-high heat or preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl, stir together corn, salsa and beans until evenly combined.
• Place four 18" x 12" pieces of heavy foil on counter and spray each with cooking spray. Divide the veggie mixture evenly among the packets and place one cilantro sprig on top.
• Season both sides of chicken breasts with salt and pepper and approximately 1 tsp taco seasoning per breast. Place seasoned chicken on top of veggies.
• Fold long sides of foil up and over chicken and bring edges together. Roll the foil together, moving downward until 1"-2" from top of chicken. Fold both short ends together to seal the packet, but make sure to leave enough space inside the packet for steam expansion.
• Place packets directly on grill or on a baking sheet in the oven. Grill 15-20 minutes or bake 30-35 minutes in the oven, until the center is no longer pink. Cooking times may vary depending upon thickness of chicken breasts.
• Remove from grill or oven and carefully open packets to allow steam to escape. Sprinkle an equal amount of cheese on top of each piece of chicken, close foil and allow it to sit 2 minutes or until cheese has melted. Serve with a lime wedge for squeezing and enjoy!

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PACKETS

Steps:

• Place each chicken breast half on a greased double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Top with salsa, corn, beans and cheese. Fold foil around mixture and seal tightly., Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. Serve with sour cream.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PACKETS

Steps:

• Preheat grill to medium-high. Cut 4 (12-inch) squares of aluminum foil.
• Evenly sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper and place each piece in center of a foil square. Evenly spoon sun-dried tomatoes, chilies, and corn over each chicken breast. Sprinkle cumin and chili powder evenly over vegetables. Wrap foil securely, leaving room for steam to circulate, and seal edges tightly.
• Place packets on grill, close grill cover, and cook 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink in center.
• Open packets carefully, as steam may be released. Sprinkle with cheese and continue to cook 1 to 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN & RICE FOIL PACKETS

Steps:

• Pre-heat oven to 400F. Line a baking sheet with 3 sheets of foil (about 6-8 inches) and set aside.
• Combine the brown rice, water and 2 tablespoons taco seasoning in a medium bowl and soak for 5 minutes. DIvide rice (and it's water) into 3 sheets of foil.
• Pound chicken with a meat tenderizer or a rolling-pin until they are even. Seasoning each chicken breast generously with the reaming taco seasoning. Place the chicken on the rice. Top each chicken with a few tablespoons of salsa and a sprinkle of cheese. Add the veggies and beans on the sides of the chicken. Drizzle each packet with olive oil and fold the sides of the foil over the chicken, covering completely; seal the packets closed.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until chicken's internal temperature reaches 165F. Remove from oven and carefully open up the foils; put the packets under the broiler for 3 to 4 minutes. Squeeze fresh lime juice on each packet, garnish with cilantro and sour-cream if desired and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FOIL PACKETS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
• Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry. Place one chicken breast in the middle of each sheet of foil wrap or parchment paper. Spoon one fourth of the salsa, black beans and sweetcorn on each of the four chicken breasts.
• Seal each pack by bringing up sides and folding the top edge over twice. Seal the edges in the same way, leaving enough room for heat to circulate inside.
• Place packs on a cookie sheet and cook for 20 minutes. Unseal packs carefully.

FOIL-PACKET SOUTHWEST CHICKEN DINNER

Steps:

• Heat oven to 400°F.
• Combine water and rice; let stand 5 min. Spoon onto centers of 4 large sheets of heavy-duty foil;
• Top with remaining ingredients.
• Fold to make 4 packets; place on rimmed baking sheet. Bake 25 to 30 min. or until chicken is done (165°F). Cut slits in foil to release steam before opening each packet.

KRAFT FOIL PACKET SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN DINNER

Steps:

• PREHEAT oven to 400°F
• Combine rice and water; let stand 5 minutes.
• Spoon evenly onto centers of four large sheets of heavy-duty foil; top each with 1 chicken breast half. Sprinkle evenly with chili powder. Drizzle with dressing; top with cheese and vegetables.
• BRING up foil sides. Double fold top and both ends to seal each packet, leaving room for heat circulation inside.
• Place in single layer in 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
• BAKE 25 to 30 minute or until chicken is cooked through (170°F).
• Place one packet on each of four dinner plates.
• Cut slits in foil with sharp knife to release steam before opening.

FOIL PACKET SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN DINNER

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Combine rice and water; let stand 5 minutes.
• Soon rice evenly onto center of each of 4 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Top with 1 chicken breast half; sprinkle with chili powder. Drizzle evenly with dressing and top with cheese.
• Make packets by folding top and sides of aluminum foil to seal. Place in a single layer on a baking pan.
• Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
• Cut slits in foil with a sharp knife to release steam before opening.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PACKETS

Steps:

• Pull off 4 sheets of heavy-duty tin foil (8-10 inches) and layer to create 2 packets. Lightly mist with cooking spray.
• Stir together the corn, black beans, and taco seasoning. Divide between the 2 foil packets. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place 1 chicken breast or 2 chicken tenders in each packet. Top the chicken with salsa and shredded cheese.
• Bring the two longer edges of the foil together above the food. Fold the edges down twice, creating the top seal. Press the side edges together and fold, creating a secure packet.
• Cook on hot coals, a gas grill, or in a 375 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes until chicken is cooked through. (*See notes for cooking with coals or a grill.).
• Top with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and avocado before serving.