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Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets

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June 2, 2021
4.84 from 56 votes


Last Updated August 12, 2021 | 2 Comments

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Cooked in the oven or on the grill, these amazing Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets are a quick and easy 30-minute meal filled with fresh and colorful seasonal vegetables, juicy chicken breasts, and a delicious sweet and tangy honey dijon sauce. 

Chicken breast and vegetables cooked in foil with honey mustard sauce.

Easy Chicken Foil Packets

With so many activities happening over the summer, the last thing anyone wants to think about is cooking dinner and doing the dishes. Fortunately, foil packets are here to save the day!

Foil packet dinners have been increasing in popularity over the years thanks to their flexibility and easy cleanup. Super easy to prepare and cook, you can prepare a bunch ahead of time for an easy weeknight dinner or take them along on your next camping trip. Forget about the pots, pans, and plates, all you need are a few of your favorite ingredients and a large piece of tin foil, seal it up into a tight little package and cook in the oven or on the grill whenever you’re ready. 

And these delicious chicken foil packets are one of my favorite summertime meal prep options.

Filled with my favorite seasonal veggies including sweet tomatoes and fresh zucchini and lean chicken breasts smothered a sweet and tangy whole-grain honey dijon sauce, these foil packets burst with flavor.

Enjoy right out of the packet or serve with a scoop of brown rice or boiled noodles, and homemade peach and strawberry lemonade.

Overhead image of a serving tray with prepared honey mustard sauce and raw squash, cherry tomatoes, and asparagus.

Ingredients

There are two main ingredient parts – the filling and the sauce. Fortunately, all parts are flexible, so if you don’t like one part, feel free to trade it for something you do. For example, if you really dislike tomatoes or asparagus, swap it out and add vegetables you actually love. The same can be said about the honey dijon sauce. You can always use these other sauces instead – cilantro lime marinade and sauce, peanut sauce, or chimichurri.

How to Fold a Foil Packet

To start, grab your heavy-duty aluminum foil and cut it into sheets that are approximately 12 x 18 inches. Measurements do not need to be exact, but it’s easy to get carried away with the stuff.

With this in mind, however, if you know you’ll be cooking on a campfire, or packing them away in an ice chest, I highly recommend that you double the size, 12 x 36, and fold it in half, so that you have a double layer.

Next, place your ingredients in the center, with the ingredients that take the longest to cook on the outside so that they are exposed to more direct heat.

Once all ingredients are set, bring together the two long edges (in this case the 18-inch sides) in the center of the food, creating a sort of hammock should you decide to pick it up (don’t pick it up). Fold the edges together and down twice, taking care not to fold things too tight- you need room for air to circulate and steam to build.

Once the top seal has been formed, fold the side edges together 2 (maybe three) times, creating a secure packet. Again, be careful not to fold too tightly.

Single chicken breast and and chopped mixed vegetables in foil.

How to Prepare Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets

To get started, whisk together all of the ingredients for the honey dijon sauce in a medium mixing bowl. Season to taste then divide the sauce in half and place in two separate bowls. One bowl will be for cooking while the other will be for later use (it’s important that we don’t confuse the two).

Next, cut 4 sheets of heavy-duty foil into sheets that are approximately 12 x 18 inches each.

Place 3 orange slices in a line directly in the middle of each sheet of foil and place one chicken breast directly on top of the oranges. Divide the vegetables into four equal portions and arrange them on both sides of the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, to season.

Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of Honey Dijon Sauce over the top of each chicken breast followed by 1 tsp olive oil.

Fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables to close off the pack. Fold in the sides.

Raw chicken breast in foil being covered in honey mustard sauce.

How to Cook Chicken Foil Packets in the Oven

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Transfer prepared foil packets to a large baking sheet and bake for approximately 25-35 minutes, or until nearly cooked (cooking time will vary depending on thickness).
  3. Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven, peel back the top of the foil so that the chicken is exposed, and set the oven to BROIL.
  4. Return chicken packets to the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 160 degrees F with a digital meat thermometer.
  5. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

How to Cook Chicken Foil Packets on the Grill

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Very carefully transfer each foil pack directly to your grill. Grill for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 160 degrees F with a digital meat thermometer (cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your chicken). Carefully peel back the top of the foil so that the chicken is exposed. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, and carefully remove from the grill.
  3. Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Three foil packets with honey dijon chicken and vegetables.

How to Serve

Where you plan to serve these yummy chicken foil packs will likely influence what you want to serve with them. They’re great on their own or with any of the following:

  • Easy Fruit Salad Recipe
  • Brown Rice
  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Baked Potatoes
  • Mac and Cheese

Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets with chopped vegetables.

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  • Creamy Pea Salad Recipe with Bacon

Have you tried making these Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets?

Tell me about it in the comments below! I always love to hear your thoughts. And tag me #theforkedspoon on Instagram if you’ve made any of my recipes, I always love to see what you’re cooking in the kitchen.

Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets with chopped vegetables.

Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets

4.84 from 56 votes
Chef: Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa
Cooked in the oven or on the grill, these amazing Honey Dijon Chicken Foil Packets are a quick and easy 30-minute meal filled with fresh and colorful seasonal vegetables, juicy chicken breasts, and a delicious sweet and tangy honey dijon sauce.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Course Chicken, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 foil packs
Calories 361 kcal

Equipment

  • Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil

Ingredients
 
 

For the Honey Dijon Sauce

  • 4 cloves garlic - minced
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup whole grain mustard
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt + Pepper - to taste

For the Chicken Foil Packets

  • 2 oranges - sliced
  • 2 zucchini - sliced
  • 2 yellow squash - sliced
  • ½ pound asparagus - chopped into 2-inch pieces
  • 10 ounces cherry tomatoes
  • 4 chicken breasts - (approximately 2.5-3 pounds total)
  • 4 teaspoon olive oil
  • salt + pepper - to season
  • Fresh thyme and parsley - to garnish
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Instructions
 

For the Honey Dijon Sauce

  • In a small bowl whisk together the garlic, honey, whole grain mustard, fresh lemon juice, and salt and pepper. Season to taste.
  • Divide the sauce in half and transfer to two seperate bowls. Set each aside.

For the Chicken Foil Packets

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F or heat grill to medium heat.
  • Cut 4 sheets of heavy-duty foil, approximately 12 x 18 inches each.
  • Place 3 orange slices in a line directly in the middle of each sheet of foil and place one chicken breast directly on top of the oranges.
  • Divide the vegetables into four equal portions. Arrange the vegetables on both sides of the chicken breasts. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, to season.
  • Using sauce from the same bowl each time (this is to prevent cross-contamination), top each chicken breast with approximately 1 tablespoon of Honey Dijon Sauce. Spread the sauce over the top of the chicken, spreading it evenly over the top. Drizzle with approximately 1 tsp olive oil over each chicken breast.
  • Fold the foil over the chicken and vegetables to close off the pack. Fold in the sides.
  • To cook in the oven. Transfer foil packets to a large baking sheet and bake for approximately 25-35 minutes, or until nearly cooked (cooking time will vary depending on thickness). Carefully remove baking sheet from the oven, peel back the top of the foil so that the chicken is exposed (careful! there will be steam!), and set oven to BROIL. Return chicken packets to the oven and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until internal temperature of the chicken registers 160 degrees F with a digital meat thermometer. Remove from oven and allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • To cook on the grill. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Very carefully transfer each foil pack directly to the grill. Grill for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken registers 150-160 degrees F with a digital meat thermometer (cooking time will vary depending on thickness of your chicken). Carefully peel back the top of the foil so that the chicken is exposed. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Carefully remove from the grill.
  • Serve garnished with fresh chopped parsley, thyme, and additional honey dijon sauce, if desired.

Jessica's Notes

Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts. You will know your chicken is fully cooked once it reaches an internal temperature of 160-165 degrees F.
As written this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and low-carb.
Originally published June 19, 2019

Nutritional Information

Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 1374mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 49g | Vitamin A: 1350IU | Vitamin C: 94.1mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 3.3mg

(Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.)

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About Jessica

Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

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Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked Spoon

About Jessica Randhawa

Jessica Randhawa is the head chef, photographer, and recipe developer of The Forked Spoon. Jessica fell in love with cooking while traveling through Asia and Europe, where she discovered her passion for good food and new adventures. Her recipes have been featured on Yahoo, MSN, USA Today, FeedFeed, and many more. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of California.

Comments

  1. Brenda says

    July 26, 2022 at 8:51 pm

    Hi can you make ahead and freeze for camping ? Thanks Brenda

    Reply
    • Profile photo of chef Jessica Randhawa of The Forked SpoonJessica Randhawa says

      July 27, 2022 at 7:07 am

      yes 🙂

      Reply

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