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Cheeseburger Hobo Foil Packets Recipe

Cheeseburger Hobo Foil Packets Recipe

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  • Author: Mary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 foil packets
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

These Cheeseburger Hobo Foil Packets are a fun and convenient way to enjoy all the flavors of a classic cheeseburger in a neat, individual serving. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a camping trip, these foil packets are easy to customize with your favorite toppings.


Ingredients

Scale

For the beef patties:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the packets:

  • 4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • Optional toppings: pickles, chopped lettuce, crumbled bacon, green onions


Instructions

  1. Preheat and prep: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) or grill to medium-high heat. Mix ground beef with seasonings and shape into patties. Toss potatoes with oil and seasonings.
  2. Assemble: Lay out foil, place potatoes, beef patty, onions, and tomatoes. Seal the packets.
  3. Cook: Bake for 30–35 minutes or grill for 20–25 minutes until done.
  4. Finish: Open packets, add cheese, melt, and drizzle with condiments. Add optional toppings and serve.

Notes

  • Parboil potatoes for faster cooking.
  • Customize with different toppings.
  • Great for camping or meal prepping.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 foil packet
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg