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Easy Campfire Chicken & Potatoes: One-Pot Dutch Oven Meal

Whip up this simple, filling chicken and potato meal over an open flame. It's the perfect no-fuss dinner after a long day outdoors.

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Added September 7, 2026
Source: campingforfoodies.com
Easy Campfire Chicken & Potatoes: One-Pot Dutch Oven Meal
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Serves: 4
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

  • •6 slices bacon
  • •1.5-2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • •to taste salt
  • •to taste black pepper
  • •1 medium onion
  • •2 cloves garlic
  • •1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
  • •2 pounds red potatoes
  • •1 pound carrots
  • •optional fresh parsley

Equipment

  • • 12-Inch, 6 Quart Cast Iron Camp Dutch Oven

Instructions

  1. 1Heat a 12-inch Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2Add the bacon to the pot, stirring occasionally until browned, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
  5. 5Add the chicken broth, potatoes, and carrots.
  6. 6Cover with the lid and simmer until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
  7. 7For a less soupy meal, remove the lid and boil for about 5 minutes to reduce the broth. Top with parsley if desired.

Camp tips

  • • Use cubed chicken for quicker cooking and no need for a meat thermometer.
  • • Prepare ingredients at home or at the campsite based on convenience.

Food safety & trail facts

Calories:
638

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