Here’s a simple, delicious, and crowd-pleasing recipe for Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets — perfect for the grill, oven, or campfire. 🍖🥔🔥
🥩🍽️ Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Steak & Potatoes
- 1.5 lbs steak (sirloin, ribeye, or flank), cut into bite-size pieces
- 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced (optional)
- 1 small onion, sliced (optional)
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary (or 1 tbsp fresh)
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan
Instructions
1. Prep the Potatoes
- Place potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl with a splash of water.
- Microwave 4–5 minutes until slightly tender (this speeds up cooking).
2. Make the Garlic Butter
- Mix melted butter, garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, olive oil, and Worcestershire/soy sauce.
3. Assemble Packets
- Lay out 4 large pieces of foil.
- Divide potatoes, steak pieces, and veggies among the packets.
- Pour garlic butter mixture evenly over each packet.
- Fold and seal the packets tightly.
4. Cook
Grill Method:
- Cook over medium-high heat 15–20 minutes, flipping once.
Oven Method:
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes.
Campfire Method:
- Place packets on coals for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway.
5. Finish
- Carefully open packets (steam is hot).
- Sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan if desired.
Tips for Best Results
✅ Cut steak into even pieces for uniform cooking
✅ Pre-cook potatoes to ensure they’re tender
✅ Don’t overcook steak — aim for medium-rare to medium
✅ Add a squeeze of lemon for a fresh finish