I've got nothing against campfire hot dogs and they make frequent appearances in our camping lunch plans, but I do like some variety in my camping meals. Given the rising cost of food, simple, affordable camping recipes are at the top of my list. Read on to discover 17 cheap camping meals that are delicious, easy-to-make, and won't break the bank.
1
Dutch Oven Monkey Bread
These morsels of warm, sweet pull-apart monkey bread just took your camping breakfast to the next level.
Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Monkey Bread
2
Make-Ahead Oatmeal for Camping
Keeping a stash of these apple cinnamon camping oatmeal jars on hand means you've always got a quick and easy breakfast ready to go in minutes.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Oatmeal
3
Easy Camping Pancakes
These fluffy camping pancakes, made on your cast-iron skillet or griddle, are soft and buttery, with crisp edges. Top them with plenty of maple syrup for the ultimate breakfast treat.
Get the recipe: Camping Pancakes
4
Recipe and photo credit: Simple Family Camping
Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad
Saddle up for flavor with this easy cowboy caviar pasta salad! Perfect for your next camping trip, this vibrant dish combines hearty pasta with zesty black beans, sweet corn, and a rainbow of fresh veggies.
Get the recipe: Cowboy Caviar Pasta Salad
5
English Muffin Grilled Cheese
Your favorite grilled cheese sandwich just got even better thanks to two(!) types of cheese and a crispy toasted English muffin.
Get the recipe: English Muffin Grilled Cheese
6
Foil Pack Chicken Nachos
This easy camping lunch comes together in minutes and is the perfect way to use up leftover chicken.
Get the recipe: Foil Pack Chicken Nachos
7
Sausage and Potato Foil Packets
Make these easy, inexpensive, flavor-packed sausage and potato foil packets on your grill or over the campfire for a classic camping meal.
Get the recipe: Sausage and Potato Foil Packs
8
One-Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini
This creamy tortellini has all your favorite burger elements--beef, tomato, cheese, and mustard--with the convenience of a one-pot meal.
Get the recipe: One-Pot Cheeseburger Tortellini
9
Dutch Oven Baked Beans
Made with canned navy beans, bacon, onion, and a sweet and tangy sauce, this hearty crowd-pleasing dish will keep all of your campers happy.
Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Baked Beans
10
Camping Walking Tacos
An easy handheld camping meal made with spiced ground beef and all your favorite taco fixings piled into a bag of nacho chips. Easy, fast, and kid-friendly.
Get the recipe: Walking Tacos
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Recipe and photo credit: Champagne Tastes
Campfire Pasta Marinara
This campfire pasta marinara is a one-pot Dutch oven camping meal made with veggies, sauce, broth, and short-grain pasta.
Get the recipe: Campfire Pasta Marinara
12
Dutch Oven Turkey Chili
Smoky, spicy, rich, and hearty, this turkey chili has everything going for it!
Get the recipe: Dutch Oven Turkey Chili
13
Campfire Baked Potatoes
A campfire classic made with Russet potatoes that are wrapped in foil and buried in coals. They come out with crispy skin and soft, fluffy interiors. Load them up with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Get the recipe: Campfire Baked Potatoes
14
Make-Ahead Camping Burritos
These cheesy meat, bean, and rice burritos are the ideal make-ahead camping meal. They're easy to prepare and quick to reheat at camp.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Camping Burritos
15
Camping Mac and Cheese
This creamy one-pot macaroni and cheese is made in just one pot with a handful of pantry ingredients and requires only 20 minutes of your time.
Get the recipe: Campfire Mac and Cheese
16
Campfire Cones
Everything you love about s'mores, stuffed into a waffle cone and cooked over the campfire until melted and gooey.
Get the recipe: Campfire Cones
17
Foil Packet Pear Crisp
This juicy foil packet pear crisp is a simple autumn dessert featuring tender spiced pears topped with a crispy oat mixture. Make it over the campfire, on your grill, or in the oven.
Get the recipe: Foil Packet Pear Crisp
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