RV camping trips are full of relaxing in nature, making lifelong memories, and enjoying tasty meals over the open campfire. While campfire cooking may seem a little complex at first, there are various meals you can make during your stay.
Below are several tasty open campfire meals you can make for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Most of the recipes on the list can be made using a cast-iron skillet or grill pan. A durable, high-quality cast-iron skillet is a must-have kitchen appliance for camping.
Breakfast Recipes For Campfire Cooking
Buttermilk Pancakes
For a fun and tasty meal, make some buttermilk pancakes. Pick up a pre-made batter or create your own. Then, toss some butter in a skillet and start cooking your pancakes. Top them with some maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruit for a sweet breakfast meal.
Scrambled Eggs & Bacon
This classic breakfast combination tastes even better when made over the open campfire. Allow your bacon to cook in a skillet until it reaches your preferred crispiness. Then, toss in some butter to use to cook your eggs.
Lunch Recipes For Campfire Cooking
Campfire Nachos
Nachos are the perfect light lunch or snack to whip up over the open campfire. Plus, they are super simple to make using a skillet. Assemble your nacho chips with your preferred toppings, such as cheese, chopped meat, and sour cream. Top with guacamole and salsa if you have any on hand.
Classic Cheeseburgers
You can never go wrong with grilling up some good ol’ cheeseburgers on a camping trip. These are a great staple to make for lunch or dinner. Burger patties do not take up an excessive amount of space in your cooler, making them relatively easy to store.
Dinner Recipes For Campfire Cooking
Catch Of The Day
Do you plan to go fishing on your camping trip? Bring the fresh catch of the day back to the campground to cook over the open campfire. Season your fish to your liking. Then, grill or cook it on a cast-iron skillet.
Grilled Shrimp Kebabs
Kebabs are such quick-and-easy meals to make while camping. Assemble your skewers using four pieces of shrimp with some bell peppers and onions in between each. If shrimp is not your thing, feel free to substitute it with other types of meat or seafood.
Steak With Vegetables and Potatoes
Steaks are excellent options for campfire cooking! Grill your preferred steak to perfection while simultaneously cooking your vegetables. We suggest wrapping fresh veggies and potatoes in tin foil to cook over the campfire.
Although, be sure to save some room for dessert! There is seriously no better way to end your day than with delicious s’mores.
Toast some marshmallows over the open fire until they are charred to your liking. Then, combine with graham crackers and your favorite chocolate bar to make this classic campfire treat.