Grilled Sausage Green Bean Potato Foil Packs

Prep: 15 minCook: 20 min6 servingsmediumAmerican
Grilled Sausage Green Bean Potato Foil Packs

Hearty grilled foil packets combine smoky sausage with tender green beans and potatoes, seasoned with herbs and olive oil. Perfect for summer barbecues, camping trips, or easy weeknight dinners when you want minimal cleanup. Each packet creates its own steam chamber, keeping vegetables tender while allowing flavors to meld. The combination of Italian herbs with garlic and onion powder creates a savory profile that appeals to the whole family.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 2 14 oz smoked sausages, sliced
    kielbasa1:1gluten-free

    similar flavor

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  • 1 pound fresh green beans
    frozen green beans1:1convenience

    thaw first

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  • 1 ½ pounds potatoes, thinly sliced
    sweet potatoes1:1sweeter

    adjust cook time

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
    vegetable oil1:1neutral

    less flavor

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  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat grill for medium to medium high heat

  2. 2

    Place sausage, beans and potatoes in a large bowl

  3. 3

    Add oil and all seasonings and toss to coat well

  4. 4

    Spray 6 large sheets of aluminum foil with cooking spray

  5. 5

    Divide the sausage and vegetable mixture between the foil sheets

  6. 6

    Tightly seal the foil packs

  7. 7

    Place the foil packs on the preheated grill and cook for about 18-20 minutes, flipping once halfway through cooking time

Tips

Tip 1

Cut potatoes uniformly thin for even cooking throughout the packet

Tip 2

Leave some headroom when sealing foil to allow steam circulation

Tip 3

Use heavy-duty foil or double-wrap to prevent tearing on the grill

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate leftover packets up to 3 days. Reheat in oven at 350F for 10-15 minutes.

Make Ahead

Assemble packets up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate until ready to grill.

Serve With

Serve hot directly from foil packets with crusty bread or over rice.

Common Mistakes

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Cut potatoes thicker than 1/4 inch to avoid mushy texture

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Seal packets loosely to prevent bursting from steam buildup

Substitutions

Gluten-Free Swaps

smoked sausage
kielbasa1:1gluten-free

similar flavor

Full guide →

General Alternatives

fresh green beans
frozen green beans1:1convenience

thaw first

olive oil
vegetable oil1:1neutral

less flavor

Full guide →
potatoes
sweet potatoes1:1sweeter

adjust cook time

Full guide →
Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I make these in the oven instead of on the grill?

Yes, bake at 400F for 25-30 minutes. Place packets on a baking sheet to catch any leaks.

What if I don't have heavy-duty foil?

Use two layers of regular foil and be extra careful when sealing edges to prevent tearing during cooking.

How long will these keep in the refrigerator?

Cooked foil packs will keep up to 3 days refrigerated. Reheat in oven rather than microwave for best texture.