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Posted in Grilled Meals

BBQ Pulled Pork Flatbread Pizzas

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Pizza night at the campground just got a delicious barbecue twist! These BBQ Pulled Pork Flatbread Pizzas are quick, easy, and packed with smoky flavor. Using prepared pulled pork and flatbread as the base means dinner comes together in minutes, making it perfect for busy camping weekends.

Whether you’re cooking on a grill, Blackstone griddle, camp oven, or even an air fryer in your RV, these flatbread pizzas deliver the perfect combination of tangy barbecue sauce, tender pulled pork, melted cheese, and crisp flatbread crust. They’re easy to customize and fun for the whole family.

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BBQ Pulled Pork Flatbread Pizzas

Pizza night at the campground just got a delicious barbecue twist!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 465
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 large flatbreads or naan breads
  • 2 cups prepared pulled pork
  • ¾ cup barbecue sauce divided
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat a grill, camp oven, or Blackstone griddle to medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, toss the pulled pork with ¼ cup of the barbecue sauce.
  3. Place the flatbreads on a clean work surface.
  4. Spread the remaining barbecue sauce evenly over each flatbread.
  5. Top with:
  6. o Mozzarella cheese
  7. o Pulled pork mixture
  8. o Red onion
  9. o Cheddar cheese
  10. Place the flatbreads on the grill or griddle over indirect heat.
  11. Cover and cook for 8–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the flatbread is lightly crisp.
  12. Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro if desired.
  13. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

Campground Prep Tip
Prepare or purchase the pulled pork before your camping trip and store it in a sealed container in the cooler. Dinner will come together in less than 15 minutes at the campsite.
RV Air Fryer Option
These flatbread pizzas are perfect for RV air fryers.
  1. Assemble the flatbread pizzas as directed.
  2. Place one flatbread at a time in the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook at 375°F for 5–7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the edges are crisp.
  4. Slice and serve.
Cooking time may vary depending on the size and model of your air fryer.
Rainy Day RV Option
If the weather isn’t cooperating, these pizzas can be made indoors using a countertop oven, toaster oven, or RV oven.
Bake at 400°F for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the flatbread is lightly browned.

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Posted in Skillet Meals

Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet

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After a busy day of campground adventures, sometimes the best meals are the simplest ones. This Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet is a hearty, one-pan dinner packed with seasoned ground beef, tender rice, tomatoes, and plenty of melted cheese. It’s easy to make on a camp stove, Blackstone griddle, or over a campfire skillet, making it a perfect addition to your campground meal rotation.

With simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, this family-friendly meal delivers big comfort-food flavor without spending all evening cooking.

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Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet

After a busy day of campground adventures, sometimes the best meals are the simplest ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 470
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the ground beef and diced onion.
  3. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 6–8 minutes.
  4. Drain excess grease if necessary.
  5. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  6. Add:
  7. o Diced tomatoes
  8. o Beef broth
  9. o Rice
  10. o Italian seasoning
  11. o Smoked paprika
  12. o Black pepper
  13. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  14. Reduce heat to low and cover.
  15. Simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  16. Remove from heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  17. Cover for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.
  18. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

Campground Prep Tip
Brown the ground beef and chop the onion at home before your trip. Store them together in a sealed container in the cooler. At camp, simply combine the ingredients and let the skillet do the work.
Rainy Day Campground Option
Don’t let bad weather derail dinner plans. This Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet works just as well in an electric skillet inside an RV, cabin, or enclosed campsite shelter.
Simply:
  • Brown the beef and onions in the electric skillet.
  • Stir in the remaining ingredients except the cheese.
  • Cover and cook according to your skillet manufacturer’s directions, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the rice is tender, top with cheese, cover, and allow it to melt before serving.
An electric skillet makes this recipe a reliable backup meal when rain, wind, or campground fire restrictions make outdoor cooking difficult.

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Posted in Foil Packets

Campfire Chicken Bacon Ranch Foil Packets

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Foil packet meals are a campground favorite for good reason—they’re easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and require almost no cleanup. These Campfire Chicken Bacon Ranch Foil Packets combine tender chicken, hearty potatoes, smoky bacon, and creamy ranch seasoning into one delicious meal that cooks right over the campfire or on a grill.

Everything steams together inside the foil, creating a flavorful dinner that’s perfect for busy camping weekends. Just assemble the packets, place them over the fire, and let dinner cook while you relax and enjoy the outdoors.

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Campfire Chicken Bacon Ranch Foil Packets

Foil packet meals are a campground favorite for good reason—they're easy to prepare, packed with flavor, and require almost no cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 445
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1½ pounds baby potatoes halved or quartered
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1-ounce packet ranch seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat a campfire cooking grate or grill to medium heat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine:
  3. o Chicken
  4. o Potatoes
  5. o Olive oil
  6. o Ranch seasoning
  7. o Garlic powder
  8. o Black pepper
  9. Toss until everything is evenly coated.
  10. Divide the mixture among 6 large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  11. Top each packet with crumbled bacon.
  12. Fold and seal the foil packets tightly.
  13. Place packets on the grill grate or over medium campfire coals.
  14. Cook for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway through cooking.
  15. Carefully open the packets and check that the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
  16. Sprinkle each packet with shredded cheddar cheese.
  17. Close the packets loosely for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.
  18. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

RV Air Fryer Option
Camping in an RV or dealing with rainy weather? These foil packets can easily be adapted for an air fryer.
  1. Prepare the chicken, potatoes, seasoning, and bacon as directed.
  2. Place the mixture in a foil packet sized to fit your air fryer basket.
  3. Cook at 380°F for 20–25 minutes, carefully checking that the chicken reaches 165°F and the potatoes are fork-tender.
  4. Open the packet, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and cook for 2–3 minutes more until melted.
Cooking times may vary depending on the size of your air fryer and the thickness of the potato pieces.

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Posted in Grilled Meals

Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches

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Bring a taste of the islands to your campground with these Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches. Juicy grilled chicken is brushed with a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze, then topped with caramelized pineapple and served on toasted buns. It’s an easy summer meal that feels a little special while still being simple enough for campground cooking.

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Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches

TheseGrilled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches feature juicy teriyaki chicken, meltedprovolone cheese, and sweet grilled pineapple on a toasted bun.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 465
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sandwiches
  • 6 pineapple rings fresh or canned, drained
  • 6 sandwich buns
  • 6 slices provolone cheese
  • 6 lettuce leaves
  • 6 tomato slices
  • Additional teriyaki sauce for brushing

Method
 

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness if needed.
  2. In a bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  3. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight in a cooler.
  4. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  6. During the last few minutes of cooking, grill the pineapple rings until lightly caramelized.
  7. Place a slice of provolone cheese on each chicken breast and allow it to melt.
  8. Toast the sandwich buns on the grill for 1–2 minutes.
  9. Assemble each sandwich with lettuce, tomato, grilled chicken, and a grilled pineapple ring.
  10. Brush with additional teriyaki sauce if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Campground Tips
  • Marinate the chicken before leaving home for even more flavor.
  • Fresh pineapple grills beautifully, but canned pineapple rings work well and are easier to transport.
  • Serve with pasta salad, baked beans, or kettle chips for a complete campground meal.

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Posted in One-Pot Meals

Southwest Beef & Rice Stuffed Peppers

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These Southwest Beef & Rice Stuffed Peppers bring bold flavors to the campground table. Colorful bell peppers are filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and melted cheese, then baked until tender. They’re hearty enough to serve as a complete meal while adding plenty of color and flavor to your camping menu.

Southwest Beef & Rice Stuffed Peppers

TheseSouthwest Beef & Rice Stuffed Peppers are loaded with seasoned beef, rice,tomatoes, corn, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 large bell peppers any color
  • 1½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 can 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro optional

Method
 

  1. Cut the tops off the bell peppers and remove the seeds and membranes.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and blanch the peppers for 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven or large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the ground beef and onion. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is tender.
  5. Stir in the cooked rice, diced tomatoes, corn, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  8. Fill each pepper with the beef and rice mixture.
  9. Arrange peppers upright in a Dutch oven or covered baking dish.
  10. Cover and bake for 25–30 minutes until the peppers are tender.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the tops and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until melted.
  12. Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve.

Notes

Campground Tips
  • Cook the rice at home and store it in the cooler to save time at camp.
  • If using a Dutch oven, place a small rack or a layer of foil balls underneath the peppers to help prevent scorching.
  • Leftover filling makes a great burrito or taco filling the next day.

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Posted in One-Pot Meals

Campfire Chicken Alfredo Pasta

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Few meals are as comforting after a day outdoors as a creamy bowl of pasta. This Campfire Chicken Alfredo Pasta combines tender chicken, pasta, and a rich Parmesan Alfredo sauce in one pot, making it an easy campground dinner with minimal cleanup. Whether you’re cooking over a camp stove or a campfire grate, this recipe delivers big flavor with simple ingredients.

Campfire Chicken Alfredo

Creamy, comforting, and made in one pot! This Campfire Chicken Alfredo Pasta is packed with tender chicken, Parmesan cheese, and pasta for an easy campground dinner with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 12 ounces penne pasta
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley optional

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy stockpot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Add the chicken broth, milk, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  6. Stir in the penne pasta and reduce heat to a simmer.
  7. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender.
  8. Stir in the cream cheese until completely melted and incorporated.
  9. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  10. Remove from heat and let stand for 3–5 minutes to thicken slightly.

Notes

Campground Tips
  • Dice the chicken and measure ingredients before leaving home for faster meal prep.
  • Add steamed broccoli or peas during the last few minutes of cooking for extra vegetables.
  • Keep extra broth on hand if cooking over a campfire, as evaporation rates can vary.

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