The 20 Best Campfire Recipes for Outdoor Lovers

You’ve got the perfect camping trip planned. The campground is reserved and you’ve purchased all the necessary equipment to make this trip fun for the whole group. You’ve even lined up all the activities you’ll be doing while you’re there. But what about the food?

Meal planning for your camping trip doesn’t need to be a pain! There are lots of delicious recipes available to make over the campfire that are easy and quick. Decide if you want to cook breakfast, or make the first meal of the day a grab-and-go meal. And don’t forget to plan out desserts! It wouldn’t be a vacation without some yummy treats!

Not sure where to begin? Read on to find the best campfire recipes for outdoor lovers!

Breakfast Meals

1. Pie Iron Breakfast Bake

This breakfast hobo pie is the perfect combo of bacon, eggs, hashbrowns, and cheese! Contained in a handheld pie, it’s perfect for even the littlest campers. With a cook time of only 15 minutes, your campers will be happy before their bellies begin to grumble!

Looking for something meatless? Try this recipe using bread. This will make a great egg and cheese sandwich!

2. Easy Buttermilk Pancakes

Looking for fluffy, flavorful buttermilk pancakes for your camping trip? Look no further! These delicious buttermilk pancakes are easy and cook up in only 15 minutes.

Don’t settle for a flavorless store-bought pancake mix. Try these easy-peasy pancakes that will leave your belly happy!

The good news? This recipe will work for a waffle griddle, too!

3. Pie Iron Strawberry French Toast

Start your day with this delicious strawberry French toast pie! In just a few simple steps, you’ll have a filling, fruit-based breakfast that will please a crowd.

Don’t forget to bring along some syrup or powdered sugar to top this dynamic meal. Or turn this into a dessert by bringing some chocolate sauce to drizzle on top!

Chicken Meals

4. Grilled Caprese Chicken Potato Foil Packs

These foil-pack meals are easy to put together and create less waste overall! With just a few ingredients to throw together, they’re quick to prep, too. Allow the kids to join in the fun by having them create their own foil packets.

This meal bursts with flavor and is packed with protein and other vitamins and minerals. This is a must-have for your camping menu!

5. Campfire Chicken Enchiladas

Another low-mess and easy chicken meal are these campfire chicken enchiladas. All you need is a cast-iron pot and you’re in business! The best part? There’s an option to make them vegetarian to accommodate special diets or if you just don’t want to mess with meat while camping!

These cheesy enchiladas are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Don’t forget to bring the sour cream!

6. Camping Chicken Pot Pie Pockets

Ready for a homemade campfire version of a classic? Chicken pot pie is a favorite for many, so why not make it while you camp?

Delicious chicken, mixed vegetables, and seasonings cooked inside a flaky pie crust are guaranteed to make your campers happy. Grab a pie iron and have some fun making these delectable camping chicken pot pie pockets!

Beef Meals

7. Burger Hobo Foil Packet

It wouldn’t be a camping trip without burgers! Grilling hamburgers is a staple when it comes to experiencing the great outdoors. With these easy clean-up foil packets, you’ll be able to focus on the important things, like spending time with your friends and family!

There are options to switch up the vegetables. And these burgers can easily become dairy free. The secret ingredient to the flavor of this dinner is the spices!

8. Campfire Dutch Oven Nachos

Nachos in a pot? That’s right! These campfire Dutch oven nachos are quick and easy to put together. By pre-cooking the ground beef before leaving for the camping trip, you’ll save yourself time and mess.

Make things easier on yourself by pre-measuring ingredients and packing them in individual plastic baggies. Dinner will be a breeze!

9. Foil Stew

It wouldn’t be a camping trip without a foil pack meal! This yummy stew has all the ingredients you’d expect: veggies, protein, soup, and seasonings. With such versatility, you’ll be able to customize this meal to make your crowd happy.

Have some foil stew left over? Pop it in your cast iron skillet with some eggs for a delicious breakfast!

10. Steak Seasoning Recipe

Just because you’re camping doesn’t mean you can’t have an elegant date night! Bring along some steaks and try this incomparable steak seasoning recipe.

Not sure what to serve alongside it? Grill up some easy grilled veggie skewers and finish off the meal with baked apples! Both recipes are featured below.

Main Meals

11. Easy Campfire Spaghetti Bake

Here’s another recipe that you can begin prepping at home to make things quick and easy once you’re at your campsite! With pre-cooked noodles and meatballs, all you’ll need to do is assemble and bake.

Don’t forget to bring the parmesan to sprinkle on top. And pack a loaf of bread for dipping in the yummy spaghetti sauce!

12. Campfire Pizza

Grilled pizza while camping? That’s right! These mini pita pizzas are foolproof and will make your friends and family feel like it’s a Friday night at home! And they’re versatile enough to please even the pickiest of eaters.

Get creative with those toppings. And don’t forget to bring some dipping sauce for the crust!

13. Apple Turkey Cheddar Grilled Cheese

Time for a delicious twist on an old favorite! Why settle for plain grilled cheese when you can have a sandwich that bursts with flavor?

The trick to making this an unforgettable sandwich is the sourdough bread, a touch of Dijon mustard, and adding that arugula! Slip in the sliced turkey and Granny Smith apples and you’ve got a meal that is guaranteed to please. These are so good, you won’t even need soup to dip these in!

14. Easy Grilled Veggie Skewers

Prepare yourself for an explosion of flavor! These easy and healthy grilled veggie skewers are perfect for your next camping trip.

The best part? Even the pickiest of eaters will love them! The secret lies in the yummy garlic herb sauce that will keep your campers coming back for more.

15. Campfire Mac and Cheese

You don’t have to be a kid to love mac and cheese! This homemade campfire version of mac and cheese is far better than any boxed variety.

With a variety of cheeses and added spices, this mac and cheese will make you feel like you’re dining at a restaurant! And, with disposable aluminum pans, each person can make their own personal mac and cheese dinner.

Add protein or vegetables to it for additional fun. Or mix up a crunchy topping to really set it apart!

16. Salmon Coucous Bake

This is the perfect meal if you plan on doing some fishing while you camp! What tastes better than freshly caught fish?

Not a fan of salmon? No problem! This meal is versatile enough that you can use almost any fish you might catch during your adventures.

All you’ll need to make this gourmet-style meal is a Dutch oven, parchment paper, fish, fresh vegetables, and couscous. Top it with lemon for an extra flavorful kick!

Desserts

17. Dutch Oven Pineapple Upside Down Cake

It wouldn’t be a vacation without dessert. So why forget to make it while camping? This pineapple upside-down cake is a crowd-pleaser!

The trick to making this the perfect camping cake is double-lining the Dutch oven with aluminum foil. Once it’s done cooking, be sure to flip it upside down while it’s still hot and you’ll have the perfect dessert to end your day!

18. Campfire Baked Apples

Looking for a unique and fun way to bake your dessert? Try some campfire-baked apples!

Everyone can work together to make this dessert a reality. With the adults coring the apples and the children stuffing the middle with their favorite ingredients, it will be fun for all! Each person will have their own personal apple pie. And they’re a healthier alternative to other desserts, too!

Other Recipes

19. Damper Recipe

Who says you can’t have fresh bread while you camp? This traditional Australian recipe is simple, with just a few ingredients and steps to it!

Cover these foil-wrapped loaves of bread dough with coals and let them sit! Then enjoy them with a slather of butter and honey as you settle in for your evening meal. What could be better?

20. Campfire Homefries

Treat yourself to some loaded campfire homefries! This recipe is as simple as they come and bursts with delicious flavors! Choose to overload your homefries with bacon, or add jalapenos and sausage, as well.

The best part? These would work as a filling breakfast, or as a delectable side dish for suppertime. The choice is yours!

Bonus Campfire Recipes

Hoping for a few more options for your next camping trip? Check out these recipes that will make your camping trip unforgettable!

Shrimp Foil Packets

A full shrimp meal ready in 30 minutes or less? That’s what camping is all about!

These individual foil packets will overflow with healthy veggies, seasoning, and of course, shrimp! Create an assembly line of ingredients and allow each camper to make their own shrimp feast. With a flavor that packs a punch, there won’t be a need for dipping sauce!

Undercover Foil Pack Chicken

Here’s another meal that will make you feel as if you stopped off at a restaurant during your camping trip! This gourmet-style chicken dish will be a recipe you come back to time and again.

Tender chicken and your choice of vegetables make this recipe irresistible. Hoping to change things up? Try adding a few potatoes or broccoli for added nutrients and color!

Campfire Dutch Oven Pizza

Looking for a more traditional-style pizza? Try this campfire Dutch oven pizza recipe!

Parchment paper makes for an easy and quick cleanup. And with proper planning, you can make a few pizzas to vary the toppings and please the campers! Using refrigerated pizza crust will save you time and effort. Which will leave you free for your camping activities!