If you have an upcoming camping trip with family or friends and are looking for delicious, easy-to-prepare camping meals for a crowd, look no further. In this camping meals resource guide, we’ve put together thirteen of the most mouth-watering meals the whole crew will surely love.
From classic pasta salads to hotdogs and instant pot wonders, these flavorful recipes are perfect for a well-rounded outdoor experience.
RV camping with a lot of people is an enjoyable experience. Preparing camping meals in big batches can be especially fun because they involve everyone in the campground and provide opportunities to get creative in the kitchen.
From classic campfire recipes like BBQ and chili to more elaborate dishes like salad or lasagna, there are plenty of delicious options in this list of the best camping meals for a crowd.
What Is A Good Meal To Feed A Large Crowd?
A good meal to feed a large crowd is one that uses simple ingredients and is easy to prepare. A popular option for crowds of all sizes is a taco bar with various toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, guacamole, cheese, sour cream, and salsa.
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No matter what you choose to serve to a big crowd, it must be easy to prepare, tasty, and filling. Here’s other camping food that you can make if you’re catering to a big crowd:
- Burgers or hotdogs
- Sausages
- Skewers- check out these metal skewers for that weekend trip!
- Pasta
- Trail Mix for snacks- the best to bring when hiking, too!
Another excellent meal for feeding a large crowd would be baked ziti or lasagna with garlic bread and green salad on the side.
Sandwiches are also an easy-to-prepare meal that can be customized based on preferences. For dessert, cupcakes decorated to match the event’s theme are sure to please any crowd!
Read on to check out our list of these easy-to-make camping meals so you can prepare the perfect meals for the whole family on your weekend vacation.
Camping Meals for a Crowd
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Grilled Spicy BBQ Chicken Skewers
This grilled BBQ chicken skewers recipe is made with chicken thigh meat for a juicy and tender bite, marinated in an easy BBQ sauce, and grilled with a little more seasoning. Check it out!
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Chipotle Corn Salsa
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Hot Italian Sandwiches
This recipe is easy to make, whether ahead of time or at the campground! You'll never go wrong with this recipe.
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Sweet Chilli Halloumi Kebabs
Prepare ahead and grill at the campground with your family for additional quality time!
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Hamburgers in the Oven
Burgers in the oven! You can make a large batch, wrap them with the "trick" at the end, and they'll travel so easily!
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Beef Stroganoff
Beef Stroganoff for camping is a great meal to feed a large crowd. It’s easy to make, feeds many people, and is flavorful. Check this one out!
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Sheet Pan Oven Baked Sausage and Peppers
This simple yet delicious sausage and peppers meal is ready in under 30 minutes and makes a tasty, easy weeknight dinner!
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Crockpot Little Smokies
These little smokies are great for snacks after a day at the hike. Such delicious little sausages!
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Pesto Pasta Salad
Prepare this delicious pesto pasta salad in under 20 minutes! A great addition to your camping menu.
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Rotisserie Chicken Hawaiian Sliders
This recipe is easy to serve at the campground, especially in big batches. Not only that, it is filling, perfect for when you do a lot of outdoor activities.
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Vegetable Lasagna with White Sauce
One batch can already cater to a lot of hungry campers! It's tasty, healthy, and not to mention delicious! Check out this recipe from Where Is My Spoon.
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Smoked Sausage Chicken and Potato Kabobs
This protein-filled camping meal will provide all the energy you need during the day's activities. Be sure to add it to your camping menu.
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Healthy Fried Rice Recipe (Gluten-free)
This is a healthy take on this famous Asian dish without any MSG and food coloring. Great for serving a big crowd!
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