Garlic Butter Steak & Crispy Potatoes in Foil Packets is a delicious, easy, and perfect meal for grilling, camping, or just a simple dinner with minimal cleanup! The steak gets tender and juicy, while the potatoes get crispy and flavorful from the garlic butter. The best part? Everything cooks in one packet!
🥘 Ingredients (Serves 2)
- For the steak:
- 2 (6–8 oz) steak cuts (such as ribeye, sirloin, or flank steak)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the crispy potatoes:
- 2 large potatoes, diced into small cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
🥄 Instructions
- Prepare the steak marinade:
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, butter, rosemary (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Rub this mixture generously onto the steaks. Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes while you prep the potatoes and foil packets.
- Prepare the potatoes:
- Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure they’re well-coated.
- Assemble the foil packets:
- Tear off two large pieces of aluminum foil (enough to wrap each serving individually).
- In the center of each piece of foil, layer the seasoned potatoes in a single layer.
- Place one steak on top of the potatoes.
- Fold up the sides of the foil to create a packet, sealing the edges tightly so no steam can escape. This helps the steak cook evenly and keeps everything juicy and flavorful.
- Cook the foil packets:
- On the grill: Place the foil packets on the grill over medium-high heat. Cook for 15–20 minutes for medium-rare steak, or adjust the time based on your desired doneness. The potatoes should be crispy and tender by the time the steak is cooked through.
- In the oven: Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 20–25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the steak and how well-done you want it. If you like your steak more cooked, you can leave it in for an extra 5 minutes.
- Check for doneness:
- Carefully open one packet (watch out for hot steam) and check the steak and potatoes. The steak should reach your preferred doneness, and the potatoes should be crispy on the edges and tender inside. If the potatoes aren’t crispy enough, you can cook them for a few extra minutes with the foil slightly open.
- Serve:
- Once everything is cooked, remove the foil packets from the grill or oven and allow them to rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
- Garnish the steak with some fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, if desired.
💡 Tips:
- Potato variations: You can use any kind of potato for this recipe — Yukon Golds, Russets, or even sweet potatoes work great. Just adjust the cooking time for thicker or thinner slices.
- Steak doneness: If you prefer your steak medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 130–135°F (54–57°C). For medium, go for 140°F (60°C).
- Add veggies: You can toss in some veggies like bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms into the packets to make it a complete meal. Just cut them into similar-sized pieces as the potatoes for even cooking.
- Extra flavor: For a more intense garlic butter flavor, drizzle some extra melted butter over the steak and potatoes once they’re done cooking.
This dish is packed with flavor, and the garlic butter really brings everything together. The crispy potatoes and juicy steak cooked in their own packet are an easy way to enjoy a delicious, no-fuss dinner! Let me know if you want to add a side salad or dessert to go with it! 😊
