36 Easy Meals to Enjoy While Camping in Your RV (2024)

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Updated: Oct. 08, 2023

These easy camper food ideas will help you spend more time with the great outdoors and less stuck in your RV!

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Grilled Hamburgers

Sour cream makes these grilled hamburgers delightfully moist, and thyme and black pepper give them zip. These sandwiches are an easy camper food and are great with tall glasses of lemonade. —Jesse & Anne Foust, Bluefield, West Virginia

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Chicken Ole Foil Supper

These Tex Mex–style chicken packets can be assembled ahead and frozen if you like. Just thaw them overnight in the fridge, then grill as directed. I like to serve as an easy camper food when I’m out in my RV. —Mary Peck, Salina, Kansas

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Fried Eggs

If you're watching calories, make this fried egg recipe in a nonstick pan coated with nonstick cooking spray.

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Sausage Potato Skillet

Growing up, I would eat this sausage and potato skillet recipe almost every day. I could never get enough of my favorite meal! —Amelia Bordas, Springfield, Virginia

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One-Pot Spaghetti Dinner

Mamma mia! What’s the secret to this one-pot spaghetti? A homemade jar sauce and a one-pot cooking method makes this easy camper food quick and delicious. —Carol Benzel-Schmidt, Stanwood, Washington

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Grilled Peppered Steaks

I once wanted a peppered steak for supper, so I tossed some spices together and came up with this recipe. My family thoroughly enjoyed it.—Stephanie Moon, Boise, Idaho.

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Easy Salsa Sloppy Joes

I created these sandwiches when I realized I did not have a can of sloppy joe sauce. The sweet brown sugar in this recipe complements the tangy salsa. —Krista Collins, Concord, North Carolina

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Campfire Hash

In our area we are able to camp almost all year-round. My family invented this easy camper food using ingredients we all love so we could enjoy them on the campfire. This hearty meal tastes so good after a full day of outdoor activities. —Janet Danilow, Winkleman, Arizona

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Saucy Grilled Pork Chops

My mamaw in Kentucky used this "dip," as she called it, on many grilled meats including chicken and steak. —Misty Schneider, Bayport, Minnesota

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Turkey Salad Sandwiches

Inspired by a delicious turkey salad sandwich at a local deli, I developed my own version to suit my family’s tastes. Serve this on camping trips for an easy camper food. Precooked bacon and canned-or leftover-turkey make it a snap to prepare! —Merrijane Rice, Bountiful, Utah

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Cottage Cheese Pancakes

A breakfast of cottage cheese with ketchup and pepper might seem scandalous to some, but to President Nixon it was standard morning fare. The cottage cheese in these flapjacks adds texture and an old-fashioned flavor reminiscent of blintzes. If you want to top the cottage cheese pancakes with something red, I suggest strawberry syrup. —Terri Johns, Fort Wayne, Indiana

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Potato-Sausage Foil Packs

We had these smoky campfire bundles at a friend’s house for dinner and loved the simplicity of this great summer meal. Now it’s our go-to easy camper food. —Alissa Keith, Forest, Virginia

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Italian Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

I made up this recipe for students in the foods and nutrition class I teach. The kids like it so much, they often go home and fix it for their families. —Beth Hiott, York, South Carolina

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Peasant Skillet

I prepare this supper frequently throughout the year, substituting whatever vegetables are in season. No matter how often I make it, I’m always asked for the recipe. —Lisbeth Whitehead, Watertown, South Dakota

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15-Minute Marinated Chicken

Whenever I serve this grilled chicken to family and friends, which is quite often, I'm bound to be asked for the 15-minute marinade recipe. It's a fast and tasty meal that I'm happy to share with others. —Pam Shinogle, Arlington, Texas

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Taco Rice

Most of my favorite recipes—including this easy camper food—come from my mother-in-law, who’s a truly terrific cook. By including rice in this taco-type dish, you can forgo the tortillas. —Mary McCann, Falmouth, Virginia

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Hot Fruit and Sausage

Pineapple, brown sugar and cinnamon make ordinary pork sausage links extra tasty. This dish is easy to prepare and makes any breakfast special. —Marian Peterson, Wisconsin Rapids, WI

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Champion Roast Beef Sandwiches

When I have time, I like to prepare a roast with this much-requested recipe in mind. But when I need a quick meal in a hurry, I use deli roast beef with delicious results.

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Matcha Chia Pudding

This pudding is quick, easy, and super healthy. Combine earthy matcha green tea powder, creamy almond milk and healthy chia seeds for superfood heaven in a little package. Top with tart raspberries and you’ve got a quick breakfast or perfect midday snack. —Abra Pappa, New York, New York

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BBQ Bacon Pulled Chicken Sandwiches

This easy camper food tastes amazing. We prefer putting mayo on the bun and adding cheddar or Muenster cheese, lettuce, tomato and onion. Several of us put ranch dressing on our sandwiches, too. —Jennifer Darling, Ventura, California

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Game-Stopper Chili

This hearty chili with sausage, beef, beans and barley is perfect for the halftime food rush. People actually cheer when they see me coming with my slow cooker! —Barbara Lento, Houston, Pennsylvania

If you’re an experienced camper, you know that some of the best recipes for RV camping are wrap-and-cook foil pack meals.

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Cincinnati Chili Dogs

My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this family classic with cinnamon and cocoa powder and then ladled it over hot dogs. It's perfect for game day, tailgates and potlucks. —Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

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Brunch Burritos

I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas.—Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas

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Turkey Taco Macaroni

This is a nice little twist on a classic dish. If you love cheese, feel free to add more, and green peppers are a great taste if you want some vegetables. —Barb Kondolf, Hamlin, New York

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Slow-Cooked Blueberry French Toast

Your slow cooker can be your best friend on a busy morning. Just get this recipe going, run some errands and come back to the smell of French toast ready to eat. —Elizabeth Lorenz, Peru, Indiana

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Hawaiian Kielbasa Sandwiches

If you are looking for easy camper food, the sweet and mildly spicy flavor of these sandwiches is just the ticket.—Judy Dames, Bridgeville, Pennsylvania

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Cheddar Bean Burritos

My family goes meatless several nights a week, and this recipe is one of our favorites. I usually puree a can or two of chipotle peppers in adobo and freeze them in ice cube trays so I can use a small amount when I need it. —Amy Bravo, Ames, Iowa

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Upside-Down Frito Pie

Using ground turkey is a smart way to lighten this hearty family pleaser! —Mary Berg, Lake Elmo, Minnesota

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I found the technique for grilling ham, potatoes and cheese in foil and changed the recipe for our tastes. It’s a dandy way to use leftover ham. —Molly Bishop, McClure, Pennsylvania

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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Sausages

My family loves this recipe. It’s such a good all-around dish, either for sandwiches like these or served with hot spaghetti. —Ilean Schultheiss, Cohocton, New York

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Buttermilk Pancakes

You just can't beat a basic buttermilk pancake for a down-home country breakfast. Paired with sausage and fresh fruit, these pancakes are just like the ones you get at Cracker Barrel. —Betty Abrey, Imperial, Saskatchewan

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Best Italian Sausage Sandwiches

Need a different type of easy camper food? This rich tomato sauce simmers all afternoon in the slow cooker, ready to top freshly grilled Italian sausages. It’s a fantastic combination with lots of crowd appeal! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

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For my busy family, a semi-homemade one-pot meal is the best way to get dinner done in a hurry. Use your favorite blend of frozen veggies and serve this dish with toasted pita bread for smiles all around. —Elizabeth Hokanson, Arborg, Manitoba

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BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

With four small children at home, I need quick yet filling meals. This family-favorite BBQ chicken sandwich filling is a cinch to make. For a spicier taste, eliminate the ketchup and increase the amount of salsa to 1 cup. —Leticia Lewis, Kennewick, Washington

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Campfire Cheese Hash Brown Packets

Dining by the campfire? This easy packet of potatoes, bacon and cheese makes a terrific hash. We like to serve it with eggs and fresh pico de gallo. —Gina Nistico, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Originally Published: April 23, 2019