Summer Squash Chicken in Foil Packets
Looking for an easy summer dinner? These summer squash chicken in foil packets are one of my favorite healthy summer go-to’s. All you do is place your chicken, squash, onion and some seasoning in some foil. Wrap it up, and let it bake. It’s so simple and cleanup is a breeze. The chicken comes out so tender, and the flavors of all the veggies create the most delicious flavor. Read along to see how I make this baked chicken in foil in no time.
Why This is the Best of Healthy Chicken and Squash Recipes
It’s Mess Free
This chicken in foil recipe is so mess free. You put everything in the foil, then simply throw it away after!
It’s Perfect for Leftovers
These are so easy for leftovers. However, I would store them in the refrigerator on top of a paper plate or some sort of plate in case any of the juices leak out.
Equipment You Will Need
What I love so much about this recipe is honest all your technically need is some tin foil. I like to set my packets on top of a baking sheet just in case they may leak out so the bottom of my oven doesn’t get dirty. I have these foil and wrap holder in a drawer in my kitchen and I love it!
Ingredients You Will Need
Chicken Breasts:
I used 3-4 large chicken breasts and cut them long ways into smaller strips. Remember to trim off any excess fat.
Squash:
I used 3 large yellow squash and 3 large zucchini squash. I cut them in to slices about a half of an inch thick.
Yellow Onion:
Onion adds flavor that will bring it all together. I sliced it into smaller slices and divvyed them up into each packet.
Olive Oil:
I drizzled about 2 tablespoons of olive oil in each packet.
Seasonings
How Long to Bake Chicken Breast at 375 in Foil?
I typically like to cook at 375 for least an hour when making baked chicken in foil recipes. I feel like that give the chicken plenty of time to cook, and also get basted in the delicious veggie juice and seasonings. If you’re unsure, you can always take out the packets to see if the squash is cooked and the chicken has reached an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees.
Step by Step How to Make This Baked Chicken in Foil
Step One
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Cut your breasts in half down the middle and remove any excess fat off of them. Tear off 4 pieces of foil, each about a foot long. Add the pieces of chicken to the center of each piece of foil and manipulate the foil into a bowl-like shape.
Step two
Slice your squash into little half inch slices and divide them up amongst your four foils. Do the same with your onion. Drizzle about 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in each packet. Mix all of your seasonings together in a bowl then add 1-2 teaspoons into each packet.
step three
You’ll then fold in two side together to the center. Then take the other two sides and roll them up until it makes a bag-like shape. Try not to let it have any holes in it so the steam will stay inside. Bake at 375 for at least an hour or until the chicken reaches 165 internally. Serve right out of the packet and enjoy!
Summer Squash Chicken in Foil Packets
Equipment
- Tin Foil
- Baking Sheet
- Kitchen Knife
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken Breasts
- 3 Yellow Squash
- 3 Zucchini
- 1 Yellow Onion
- 1/2 cup Olive Oil
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1 tsp Italian Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp Lemon Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. Cut your breasts in half down the middle and remove any excess fat off of them. Tear off 4 pieces of foil, each about a foot long. Add the pieces of chicken to the center of each piece of foil and manipulate the foil into a bowl-like shape.
- Slice your squash into little half inch slices and divide them up amongst your four foils. Do the same with your onion. Drizzle about 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil in each packet. Mix all of your seasonings together in a bowl then add 1-2 teaspoons into each packet.
- You'll then fold in two side together to the center. Then take the other two sides and roll them up until it makes a bag-like shape. Try not to let it have any holes in it so the steam will stay inside. Bake at 375 for at least an hour or until the chicken reaches 165 internally. Serve right out of the packet and enjoy!
Before you go!
Please let me know what you thought! I love easy dinner recipes, and this chicken in foil is one of my favorites. Let me know here or in the comments below! I wanna hear from you!
