Easy RV Cooking: Delicious Recipes for Life on the Road

Cooking in your RV can be a fun and rewarding experience with the right tools and ingredients. Whether you're transitioning from snowbird season or embarking on summer camping adventures, these easy RV recipes will keep your meals simple and delicious. With basic appliances and a few essential utensils, you can whip up satisfying dishes that everyone will enjoy.

Tips for Cooking on the Road

Before diving into the recipes, here are some quick tips for RV cooking:

• Choose versatile ingredients that can be easily stored and found in local supermarkets.
• Keep it simple with recipes that use minimal cooking tools, like a pot or baking dish.
• Plan meals that can be enjoyed as leftovers, making it easier to save time while traveling.

1. Easy Spiced Chicken with Chunky Tomato Sauce

This Mexican-inspired dish is warming and perfect for chilly nights on the road. Serve it with tortilla chips and salsa for a complete meal!

Grocery List

• Cooking spray
• 4 (6 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 (10 ounce) can mild diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 3/4 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Preheat the broiler.
2. Heat a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle each side of the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon cumin and salt; cook for 6 minutes on each side or until done. Remove chicken from the pan and keep warm.
3. Add 1/4 teaspoon cumin and tomatoes to the pan; cook for 1 minute. Return chicken to the pan and spoon the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken. Sprinkle cheese on top and broil for 2 minutes or until cheese melts. Garnish with cilantro.

2. Linguine with Clam Sauce

This salty, creamy pasta dish is a flavorful choice for a weeknight meal while traveling. It's perfect for serving a small group or enjoying as leftovers!

Grocery List

• 1 (16 ounce) package of linguine
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 cloves chopped garlic
• 1 lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
• 2 (6.5 ounce) cans chopped clams with juice
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add linguine and cook for 8-10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté garlic and mushrooms until golden brown. Stir in clams with juice, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook until heated through. Toss with pasta until evenly coated and serve garnished with parmesan cheese.

3. Cheesy Quinoa Bake

Perfect for a meatless Monday, this recipe is packed with veggies and quinoa, the beloved super grain. Spice it up and add your favorite toppings!

Grocery List

• 1/2 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
• Veggies of your choice (frozen or fresh)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (plus more for sprinkling)
• (Optional) Crushed red pepper, Panko breadcrumbs for topping
• (Optional) Salsa, hot sauce, sour cream, scallions for topping

Directions

1. Lightly sauté veggies with garlic and a pinch of salt.
2. Cook quinoa according to package instructions (usually 1 cup water to 1/2 cup quinoa, boiled for 15 minutes).
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a 13x9 inch dish with cooking spray. Mix sautéed veggies into the cooked quinoa and add a pinch more salt.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk. Fold in the egg mixture and cheese into the quinoa and veggies. Stir well and transfer to the prepared baking dish. If using, sprinkle Panko breadcrumbs on top.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until breadcrumbs are browned.

With these easy RV cooking recipes, you can enjoy tasty meals on the road without the hassle. Experiment with these dishes and feel free to adapt them based on your preferences and what you have on hand. Happy cooking!

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