Alright fellow campers, I have a fun post for you today! I compiled 20 Best Summer Camping Recipes that you should try out. If you are a camper you know that the majority of the day revolves around eating (and drinking). Whether you tent it, park it, tow it..these recipes have you covered to still have you eating good while on vacation!
Why we love camping
As some of you know Mike and I love to go camping…We even began our relationship after a summer camping trip. Anywho..we used to tent it now we have graduated to a tow behind camper and a daughter! We always say “We eat our best when we are camping!” Which is SO true! Not only is the food always good but camping is the best for quality time with family and friends.
I figured I would share these 20 Best Summer Camping Recipes to help us get in the spirits of camping fun as Summer approaches! From cast iron skillet recipes, foil packs, dutch oven, or recipes done right on the grill. ENJOY!
For some tips and tricks, check out my Camping Cooking Tips & Tricks Post!
Camping continues to be a popular activity for individuals, friends, and families. For those that enjoy camping, there is just something special about getting outdoors and enjoying certain aspects of nature. Granted, camping can mean different things to various individuals. For some, camping involves hiking a distance and packing a minimal amount of supplies and equipment.
Others would prefer to pitch a tent next to a vehicle that has a well-stocked ice chest of food. Some campers “rough it” with deluxe recreational vehicles equipped with appliances for cooking. With all of these options, meal preparation can be varied quite a bit. Here are a few great camping meals that can be prepared in more general surroundings.
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Ready to give these 20 Best Summer Camping Recipes a try?? Keep on reading!
1. Campfire Whiskey Peach Cobbler – Stef’s Eats and Sweets
First up we have this easy peach cobbler that is cooked right over the fire on our camping grate! Fresh peaches, a splash of whiskey for a punch, and topped with an easy cake mix topping!
2. Campfire Potato Foil Packs -Call Me PMC
The second one on my list is the MUST HAVE Campfire Potato Foil Packs. Your camping trip isn’t complete unless you have potatoes at one or ALL of your meals. These easy Campfire Potato Foil Packs are flavorful, loaded potatoes cooked inside foil packs, then topped with melty cheese and bacon.
3. Campfire Smoked Rotisserie Chicken – Mighty Mrs.
Now for the serious camp cooks you can try slow cooking a whole chicken right over your campfire!! How fun!!! Challenge yourself 🙂
4. Mac and Cheese Stuffed Green Peppers – Girl Carnivore
I personally can’t wait to give this stuffed pepper recipe a try! These peppers are a spin on the classic dish! This fun mac and cheese version is cooked with brats and done right over the campfire.
5. Cast Iron Skillet Flank Steak – Simply Happenings
Next up we have this juicy and tender flank steak that is cooked in a cast-iron skillet. It will taste like a top chef cooked for you at your campsite!
6. Cast Iron Skillet Blackberry Crumble – Savor with Jennifer
This camping dessert looks amazing! Cast Iron Skillet Blackberry Crumble is bursting with the bubbly deliciousness of perfectly ripe blackberries and lemon zest, all topped with a buttery, crisp crumble. Less then 10 minutes of preparation never tasted so good!
7. Barbecue Chicken Foil Packs – Spend With Pennies
Now these Barbecue Chicken Foil Packets are a fun and delicious way to prepare dinner. Potatoes, juicy barbecue chicken breasts, cheese, and green onions are wrapped up in foil and baked or grilled to tender perfection.
8. Cajun Shrimp Foil Packs – The Soccer Mom Blog
Next on the list which I think looks amazing are these Cajun Shrimp Foil Packets. They are packed with bold flavors – an easy and healthy dinner ready in about 20 minutes!
9. Dutch Oven Sausage Breakfast Pinwheels – Call Me PC
Then of course we NEED breakfast when we are camping. I can’t wait to try this different breakfast idea! Tender bread is filled with sausage and cheese and baked in a Dutch oven.
10. Campfire Sugar Cookie Smores – This Ole Mom
These Campfire Sugar Cookies S’mores is a fun twist on the classic s’mores recipe that usually uses Graham Crackers. These campfire s’mores are the perfect camping treat for those that love cookies and eating s’mores.
11. French Toast Foil Packets– Little Sunny Kitchen
These super easy french toast foil packs are made with cinnamon, strawberry, and walnuts. This can be cooked in the oven, on a grill or over the campfire! It’s a great camping and grilling recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast or dessert.
12. Chicken Fajita Foil Packs – Simply Stacie
These Chicken Fajita Foil Packets are flavor packed and low carb! This easy grilling recipe is made with tender chicken, peppers and onions seasoned with the yummy tastes of fajitas.
13. Mexican Pizza on the Grill – Dancing Through The Rain
This Mexican Pizza is a great recipe for camping! Using the grill and a cast iron pan, this is a fun camping food you might not have thought of!
14. Summer Cucumber Salad with Spicy Vinaigrette – Food Wine Sunshine
Of course you will need some time of vegetables added to your weekly menu. This spicy cucumber salad is easy to make and has a touch of heat. It’s the perfect addition to your BBQ gatherings, can be made ahead of time, and stores well!
15. Shrimp Boil Foil Wrap – Son Shine Kitchen
Next we have these Shrimp Boil Foil Wraps. By using aluminum foil you create a steam packet full of shrimp and sausage with a Cajun flair that can be grilled to perfection for an easy shrimp boil. (I CAN’T WAIT TOO TRY)
16. Chicago Style Deep Dish Dutch Oven Pizza – One She Two She Or So She Says
Did you know you can make a deep dish pizza in a Dutch oven?! The great outdoors just got even MORE great!!
17. Camper’s Hearty Breakfast Scramble – Candy Jar Chronicles
Ready for a hearty breakfast idea that cooks easily in the cast iron skillet? Potatoes, eggs, bacon, green onions and cheddar come together in a fill-you-up meal that will keep you satisfied long into the day.
18. Banana Split Smores Dip – Home Cooking Memories
This Banana Split Smores Dip Recipe is a delicious twist on the campfire treat! Made in a cast iron skillet, layers of graham cracker, bananas, chocolate, strawberries, and toasted marshmallows come together for the ultimate dessert dip!
19. Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast Skillet – Stef’s Eats and Sweets
I love this Biscuits & Gravy Breakfast Skillet has layers of sausage gravy, eggs, cheese, and flaky biscuits. Can make on your camping grill or right over the fire!
20. 3 Ingredient Chicken Wings– My Pinter Ventures
Have you ever grilled Chicken Wings? We love doing them and these easy 3-ingredient marinated chicken wings can be placed in a resealable bag/container and packed easily for camping. These chicken wings can even be prepped at the camp ground and marinated several hours before grilling.
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I am excited to try some of these 20 Best Summer Camping Recipes! I hope you are too. Make sure to stop on back and let me know if you do!
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