Here’s a flavorful and easy Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets recipe — perfect for grilling, baking, or even campfire cooking.
🥩 Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets
✅ Ingredients (Serves 4)
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1½ lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1½ lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered (depending on size)
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3 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1½ tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Butter or nonstick spray (to grease foil)
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Aluminum foil
🔪 Instructions
1. Prep the Ingredients
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Wash and cut potatoes.
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Cut steak into 1-inch cubes.
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Mince garlic.
2. Season Everything
In a large bowl, toss together:
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Steak pieces
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Potatoes
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Olive oil
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Garlic
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Salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning
Let sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavors.
3. Assemble Foil Packets
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Cut 4 large sheets of foil (about 12–14 inches each).
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Spray or butter the center to prevent sticking.
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Divide the steak and potato mixture evenly among the packets.
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Optionally, add a small pat of butter (½ tbsp) on top of each for richer flavor.
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Fold the foil into packets: bring the long sides up, fold tightly, then fold the ends to seal.
4. Cook
Grill:
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Medium-high heat (400°F / 200°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Oven:
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Preheat to 425°F (220°C)
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Bake packets on a baking sheet for 20–25 minutes
Campfire:
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Place on hot coals or grill rack for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally.
5. Finish & Serve
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Carefully open packets (steam alert!).
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Garnish with chopped parsley.
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Serve hot — optionally with a drizzle of melted butter or a squeeze of lemon.
🧀 Optional Add-ins:
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Sliced onions or bell peppers
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Mushrooms