Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry (Easy Campfire-Friendly Meal)

If you’re looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal to make while camping, this Chicken and Veggie Stir Fry is a great go-to. It comes together fast, uses simple ingredients, and works perfectly on a camp stove, griddle, or even over a campfire skillet.

Why it works for camping

This recipe is ideal for the outdoors because it’s:

• Quick to cook (about 15–20 minutes)
• Flexible with ingredients
• Packed with protein and veggies
• Easy cleanup with just one pan

Ingredients

• Chicken breast or thighs, sliced thin
• Bell peppers (any colors)
• Broccoli florets
• Onion, sliced
• Carrots, sliced thin
• Olive oil or cooking oil
• Soy sauce (or stir fry sauce of choice)
• Garlic (fresh or powder)
• Salt and pepper

How to make it

1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat with a little oil.
2. Cook the chicken until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
3. Add veggies to the pan and sauté until tender but still slightly crisp.
4. Add chicken back in and mix everything together.
5. Pour in soy sauce or your favorite stir fry sauce and toss until coated.
6. Serve hot—eat as-is or over rice if you pre-cooked some at home.

Camp tip

Pre-cut your veggies and chicken at home and store them in separate containers or bags in your cooler. This saves time and makes cooking at the campsite way easier.

Try this recipe the next time you stay at Knoxville Campground!