Here’s a delicious, easy-to-make Mushroom & Swiss Burger in foil packets—perfect for grilling, oven, or campfire! 🍔🍄🧀
🍔 Mushroom & Swiss Burger Foil Packets
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
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1 lb (450g) ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
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Salt & pepper to taste
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 cup mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
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1 small onion, thinly sliced
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4 slices Swiss cheese
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2 tbsp butter or olive oil
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Optional: fresh thyme or parsley
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4 burger buns
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Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard, mayo
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
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Oven: 400°F (200°C)
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Grill: Medium-high heat
2️⃣ Prepare Foil Packets
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Cut 4 large squares of aluminum foil, lightly greased.
3️⃣ Cook Veggies
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In a pan, sauté mushrooms and onions in butter or oil until soft. Season with salt, pepper, and optional thyme.
4️⃣ Shape Patties
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Divide meat into 2–4 patties (depending on size preference). Season both sides.
5️⃣ Assemble Packets
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Place one patty in each foil square.
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Top with sautéed mushrooms & onions.
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Lay a slice of Swiss cheese on top.
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Fold foil over to create a sealed packet.
6️⃣ Cook
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Oven: 15–20 min, until patties are cooked to desired doneness.
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Grill: 12–15 min over indirect heat, flipping halfway if needed.
7️⃣ Serve
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Carefully open packets (steam is hot!)
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Place patties on buns and add any desired toppings.
🌟 Tips for Juicy Burgers
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Don’t overpack foil; leave space for steam.
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Use a meat thermometer: 160°F (71°C) for beef.
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Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to meat for extra flavor.
If you want, I can also give you a one-pot variation with potatoes and carrots inside the same foil packet—perfect for a full meal with minimal cleanup.