Sausage and Potato Foil Packets Recipe
This Sausage and Potato Foil Packets recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal perfect for grilling or baking. Combining smoked sausage with fresh vegetables like zucchini, red onion, sweet pepper, corn, and baby potatoes, all seasoned with Italian herbs and spices, it creates a delicious and hearty dish cooked conveniently in foil packets. Ideal for outdoor cooking or a simple oven dinner, the foil locks in moisture and flavors for juicy, tender results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Sausage and Vegetables
- ½ pound smoked sausage
- 1 large red onion, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1-2 ears of corn on the cob, cut into smaller sections
- 1 cup baby potatoes, washed, scrubbed, and halved
- 1 sweet pepper (any color), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4-5 cloves garlic
Seasoning and Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and cut all vegetables into bite-sized pieces. Halve the baby potatoes and slice the corn on the cob into smaller sections. Slice the smoked sausage into chunks or rounds.
- Mix Seasonings and Oil: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add minced garlic cloves. Stir well to create a marinade.
- Toss the Sausage and Vegetables: Add the sausage, potatoes, onion, zucchini, sweet pepper, and corn pieces into the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Assemble Foil Packets: Tear out large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Divide the sausage and vegetable mixture evenly onto each foil sheet, forming a packet. Fold the foil over the ingredients and seal tightly to trap steam inside.
- Cook the Packets: Place the foil packets on a preheated grill or in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C). Cook for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and sausage is heated through.
- Serve: Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for steam) and serve hot. These foil packets can be enjoyed as a complete meal, requiring no additional side dishes.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables based on preference or seasonal availability.
- Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent leaks and ensure efficient cooking.
- Foil packets can also be cooked over campfire coals or in an air fryer for faster cooking times.
- Check potatoes with a fork for tenderness before serving to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
