14 Easy Meals to Cook In Your Motorhome 

If you’re preparing to travel around the UK or Europe, then you’ll need to prepare plenty of meals throughout your journey.

There’s only one small setback: the kitchenettes in motorhomes and campervans are small, meaning you’ve got a challenge ahead of you.

With limited space and equipment, you won’t have the freedom to whip up as many meals as you would at home. So, we have to get creative! To help you still enjoy some delicious dishes while on the road, we’ve created a guide to easy motorhome meals.

From filling breakfasts to quick lunches and hearty evening servings, our meals offer plenty of variety and will keep up your energy for the adventures ahead. Plus, you’ll save plenty of money by not eating out every night!

One-Pot Wonders

One-pot wonders are perfect for when you want to minimise cleaning up and cook up a quick and tasty meal.

1. Hearty Vegetable Stew

Who doesn’t love a good stew? This is perfect for chilly nights in your motorhome and is packed with nutrients. Make sure to add this to your menu if you’re travelling in winter.

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Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 potatoes, chopped into small cubes
• 1 tin of beans (chickpeas, kidney beans, or butter beans work well)
• 500ml vegetable stock
• 1 courgette, diced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to cook:

1. In a big pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Cook the onion until it becomes tender.
2. Add the potatoes, carrots, and courgette and stir for a few minutes.
3. Add the vegetable stock, beans, and diced tomatoes.
4. Pour salt, pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika for seasoning into the pot.
5. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the veggies are soft.
6. Serve hot and garnish with grated cheese, or eat with crusty bread.

2. Chicken and Rice Medley

Simple and delicious, chicken and rice is the perfect quick dish for when you need a pick-me-up. Plus, it’s packed with protein for our hikers and thrill seekers!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 500ml chicken stock
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 150 g long-grain rice
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tin chopped tomatoes
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Cook:

1. Prepare a large pan and heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Then add the chicken and cook until it’s golden brown.
2. Once this is done, remove the chicken breasts and let them rest on the side.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the same pan and cook until they soften.
4. Then, stir in the rice, chopped tomatoes, chicken stock, thyme, and smoked paprika and season with salt and pepper.
5. Add the cooked chicken back into the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the chicken, letting it simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is tender (stir occasionally).
6. Serve straight from the pot.

Grill and Chill

If your motorhome doesn’t have a grill, portable grills are a great way to enjoy simple meals that are packed with flavour.

3. Marinated Skewers

Chicken skewers are perfect for when you’re sick and tired of having chicken and rice multiple days in a row. All you need is some chicken, veg, and a couple of wooden sticks!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 chicken breasts cut into chunks (or tofu for a veggie option)
• 1 red onion, cut into wedges
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
• 1 courgette, sliced into thick rounds
• 8 cherry tomatoes
• Wooden skewers
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Cook:

1. Soak the wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning.
2. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.
3. Add the chicken (or tofu) into the bowl with the marinade and let it sit for 20 minutes—or a few hours for more flavour.
4. Place the chicken, cherry tomatoes, and vegetables onto each skewer.
5. Grill the skewers over medium-high heat for 10-12 minutes. Turn them occasionally until the chicken is thoroughly cooked through and the vegetables are slightly charred.
6. Serve with a fresh salad and couscous or with warm pita bread.

4. Grilled Fish Tacos

Are you more of a fish lover? If so, swap out the chicken and beef for delicious grilled fish tacos. Once you have one, you’ll be left wanting more!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or sea bass work well)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 4 small tortillas
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• ½ cup red cabbage, finely shredded
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Fresh coriander, chopped
• Lime wedges (to serve)

For the sauce: 

• 3 tbsp Greek yoghurt
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• ½ tsp smoked paprika

How to Cook:

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. Coat the fish fillets in lime juice, cumin, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill the fish for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they’re flaky and cooked through.
4. Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl while the fish is cooking.
5. Then, warm the tortillas on the grill for 30 seconds on each side.
6. Add shredded lettuce, red onion, and red cabbage to the tortillas. Then, flake the grilled fish on top and add sliced avocado and a drizzle of sauce on top.
7. You can garnish further with coriander or lime wedges.

Foil Packet Creations

Foil packets are your best friend when travelling in a motorhome; they’re simple to make, cook quickly, and leave hardly any washing up.

5. Sausage, Potato, and Green Bean Packets

This meal is perfect for getting your vegetables and protein in—you just toss everything in tin foil and cook it!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 large sausages (pork, chicken, or veggie)
• 2 medium potatoes, diced
• ½ red onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 100 g green beans, trimmed
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to cook:

1. Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat (around 200°C).
2. Cut up the sausages into small chunks.
3. Then, mix the potatoes, red onion, green beans, smoked paprika, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. Separate the mix into two large sheets of tinfoil, placing the sausage on top.
5. Fold the foil into a packet and seal the edges tightly to avoid any steam escaping.
6. Place the two pieces of foil into the oven or on the grill and cook for 25-30 minutes. Flip the foil over halfway through to ensure the potatoes and sausages are cooked properly.
7. Serve straight from the packet.

6. Lemon Herb Salmon and Asparagus

Revive your taste buds with this salmon dish, packed with flavour. This is perfect for a quick lunch or a sit-down meal with the family before you go off exploring.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 200 g asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tsp dried dill (or fresh dill)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Cook:

1. Preheat the oven or grill to 200°C.
2. Grab two pieces of tin foil and lay a salmon fillet in the centre of each one.
3. Add the asparagus to the foil, placing them around the salmon.
4. Then, drizzle butter or olive oil on top until the salmon is coated. Season with dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
5. Place a few slices of lemon on top of the salmon.
6. Seal the foil tightly to trap in any moisture and cook for 12-15 minutes until the salmon becomes tender and flaky.
7. Serve directly from the foil!

Quick Stir-Fries

Who doesn’t love a good stir-fry? If you’re low on time and want a hot and nutritious meal, stir-fries are the perfect choice.

7. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Beef stir fry is always a delicious and nutritious meal, perfect for those on the go. It can also be served with rice or noodles for a more filling dish.

Ingredients:

• 200 g of thinly sliced beef (sirloin or rump)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1 tsp honey or brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 thumb-sized piece of grated ginger
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp cornflour (optional)
• Cooked rice or noodles to serve

How to Cook:

1. Prepare the sauce by mixing oyster sauce, sesame oil, honey, and soy sauce in a bowl. Stir in 1 tsp of cornflour with a splash of water for a thicker consistency.
2. Place a wok over high heat and pour in the vegetable oil.
3. Then, add the beef strips and stir-fry for 1-2 minutes until they turn brown. Remove the beef and set it aside once done.
4. In the same pan, add garlic, broccoli, and ginger and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli turns slightly tender. Add a splash of water to help it steam.
5. Now, return the beef to the pan and pour over the sauce. Toss everything together for 1 minute.
6. Serve alone or over rice and noodles.

8. Tofu and Vegetable Stir-Fry

For our vegetarian readers, tofu and vegetable stir-fry is the perfect motorhome meal. Not only is it quick and easy to cook, but it includes lots of colourful veggies, a great substitute for eating out.

Ingredients:

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 200 g firm tofu, cut into cubes
• ½ yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 1 small courgette, sliced
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 spring onions, chopped
• ½ red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp cornflour (optional)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

How to Cook:

1. Add vegetable oil to a pan over medium-high heat. Then, add the tofu cubes and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn golden brown.
2. Remove the tofu cubes and add the pepper and courgette to the same pan. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until they’re soft and slightly crisp.
3. Then, add soy sauce, rice vinegar, sweet chilli sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder into a small bowl. For thicker sauce, add in cornflour with a splash of water.
4. Place the tofu back in the pan, pour over the sauce, and toss everything together for 1 minute.
5. Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions and serve with noodles or rice.

Salads with Substance

If you just want something light and easily digestible, then a salad is the way to go. This is perfect for a quick pit stop at your motorhome between activities.

9. Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Does zero-cooking sound good to you? Then you’ll love this dish. Chickpea salad is a perfect healthy meal for when you’re looking for something fresh and light.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 1 tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• ½ cucumber, diced
• 8–10 black olives, sliced
• 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 50 g feta cheese, crumbled (or vegan alternative)
• A handful of fresh parsley, chopped

For the dressing:

• Juice of ½ lemon
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Prepare:

1. Mix chickpeas, red onion, cucumber, olives, cherry tomatoes, and feta in a large bowl.
2. Then, add all the dressing ingredients to a small bowl and lightly whisk to form a sauce.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss it until it is well-mixed, and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
4. Leave it to sit for 10 minutes for the flavours to develop, then serve.

10. Quinoa and Roasted Veggie Salad

This salad is full of texture and flavour. It’s great for prepping meals for the week or for eating when you’re short on time.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• A handful of spinach or rocket
• 100 g quinoa
• 1 small carrot, grated
• ½ red pepper, diced
• ½ courgette, diced
• 30 g roughly chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
• A handful of dried cranberries (optional)
• 50 g feta cheese, crumbled

For the dressing:

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt & pepper to taste

How to Cook:

1. Check the packet instructions and cook the quinoa accordingly.
2. While the quinoa is cooking, roast the pepper and courgette and toss them with a little oil over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
3. Once the quinoa and the veg have cooked, set them aside to cool.
4. Then, in a large bowl, mix the quinoa with the roasted vegetables, spinach, grated carrot, nuts, and cranberries.
5. Add the dressing ingredients to a small bowl and whisk to form a sauce.
6. Pour the sauce over the salad and garnish with crumbled feta.

Breakfast Boosts

Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, especially when travelling around the country in a motorhome.

These delicious recipes will set you up for a day of fun and exploration!

11. Overnight Oats

If you like your breakfasts to be a little colourful, overnight oats will satisfy your morning hunger. Plus, they can be prepared the night before, saving you time in the morning!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 100 g rolled oats
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 250ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• 1 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Toppings:

• A handful of fresh or frozen berries and nuts
• Sliced banana and peanut butter
• Grated apple with cinnamon and chopped walnuts
• A teaspoon of cocoa powder + dark chocolate chips

How to Prepare:

• Mix the oats, milk, chia seeds, honey, cinnamon, and vanilla in a jar or airtight container.
• Cover, stir thoroughly, and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
• Stir it and add your preferred toppings in the morning. You can transfer it to a bowl or eat it right out of the jar.

12. Breakfast Burritos

Say goodbye to plain old toast or cereal and enjoy a hearty breakfast wrap. What better way to fuel yourself in the morning? These can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee.

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 2 large tortillas
• 50 g grated cheese (cheddar or feta)
• 4 eggs
• ½ of diced red pepper
• 1 tbsp butter or oil
• 1 small tomato, diced
• 2 chopped spring onions
• Salt & pepper to taste
• ½ avocado, mashed (optional)

How to Cook:

• Add butter and oil to a frying pan and heat over medium heat.
• In a bowl, whisk the eggs and add salt and pepper to taste. Then, pour the eggs into the pan.
• Add the spring onions and red pepper on top of the eggs and stir until they’re thoroughly scrambled and cooked.
• In a dry pan, heat the tortillas for 30 seconds on each side.
• After that, add mashed avocado (if using) and the scrambled eggs to the tortillas. Top with cheese and garnish with diced tomato.
• Roll the tortilla up tightly until it forms a burrito. For an extra crispy finish, toast the burritos in a pan for 1-2 minutes on each side.

Sweet Treats

Yes, breakfast, lunch, and dinner are important for maintaining our energy levels and satisfying our stomachs. But we all need a sweet treat now and then. It’s good for the soul!

13. No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars

Enjoy this rich, healthy, and chewy treat on the road. It provides sustenance for long days of travelling while giving your taste buds a rest from all the fruit and vegetables.

Ingredients (6-8 bars):

• 150g rolled oats
• 50g melted dark chocolate
• 50g honey or maple syrup
• 100g peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch of sea salt

How to Prepare:

1. Combine peanut butter, honey, melted chocolate, cocoa powder, sea salt, and vanilla in a bowl and stir until smooth.
2. Add the oats to the bowl and stir until it’s thoroughly mixed.
3. Line a small tin or container with baking paper and press the mixture evenly along the surface.
4. Let it refrigerate for one hour, and then cut the mixture into bars.
5. Keep them in an airtight jar so you can reach for one whenever you’re craving something sweet!

14. Greek Yoghurt Parfaits

Greek yoghurt parfaits are ideal for those who want something sweet but not too heavy. They take just a couple of minutes to put together!

Ingredients (serves 2):

• 4 tbsp granola or crushed biscuits
• 200g Greek yoghurt
• 4 tbsp mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

How to Prepare:

1. Arrange the granola, berries, and Greek yoghurt in a glass or bowl.
2. Continue until all of the ingredients have been added.
3. For an extra sweet touch, drizzle with maple syrup or honey.
4. Serve right away or store in the refrigerator for later.

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