u003cstrongu003eCan I prepare and cook these foil packets on a grill instead of an oven?u003c/strongu003e

Absolutely! You can grill the foil packets over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, turning them occasionally to ensure even cooking.

u003cstrongu003eAre there any other vegetables I can use in place of cauliflower and broccoli?u003c/strongu003e

Yes, you can substitute with other kidney-friendly vegetables such as green beans, bell peppers, or zucchini to keep the dish varied and interesting. You'll enjoy making these ranch chicken foil packets.

Chicken Ranch Foil Packets

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Enjoy a delicious and kidney-friendly meal with these Chicken Ranch Foil Packets. Featuring tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a hint of ranch seasoning, this recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for those managing CKD. Convenient and nutritious, it's an excellent choice for a satisfying dinner.

Author: Mathea Ford, MBA, RDN, LD
Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 45
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner
Method: Oven
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

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6 tbsp butter, melted
2 tbsp low sodium ranch seasoning
1/2 tsp pepper
12 ounces chicken breast, cut into 1 - 1 1/2 in pieces
2 cups cauliflower, chopped into pieces
2 cups broccoli
1 1/2 cups sliced onions
1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese
1 tbsp fresh dill

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
In a small bowl, mix the ranch seasoning, butter, and pepper together. Cut 4 large pieces (about 12 inches square) of foil.
Spray the 4 foil squares with cooking spray.
Place the cauliflower, broccoli and onion into a bowl. Drizzle with the ranch butter and toss to coat evenly.
Place 3 ounces of chicken in to each of the foil squares. Add the cauliflower, broccoli and onion evenly to the 4 different foil squares.
Fold the edges of the foil over the chicken and vegetables to make a packet.
Bake for 45 minutes. Open the packets and sprinkle 2 Tbsp of cheese per packet over the chicken and vegetables. Leave the packets open and return to the oven for 2-3 minutes.
Remove the foil packets from the oven, and serve your meal.

Notes

These can be made over a campfire or in the kitchen. You will love how easy they are to make and clean up!

Find it online: https://www.renaldiethq.com/chicken-ranch-foil-packets/