Updated on September 11th, 2025
Steak and potato foil packets are one of those easy grilling meals that bring everything together in one simple wrap. The juicy steak and tender potatoes cook at the same time inside the foil, so there’s no need for extra pans or sides while you’re at the grill. A drizzle of garlic butter coats everything before cooking, and once they’re ready, the packets get finished with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions. It’s a no-fuss recipe that feels hearty, flavorful, and perfect for cookouts or casual dinners at home.
Why this recipe works
- All-in-one meal: The steak and potatoes cook together in the foil, which means less cleanup and no extra dishes to juggle.
- Garlic butter flavor: The butter, garlic, and parsley mixture soaks into both the steak and potatoes, giving them a rich and savory taste.
- Custom doneness: Cutting the steak into larger or smaller pieces makes it easy to control whether you end up with medium-rare or well-done.
- Toppings that shine: Adding cheese, bacon, and green onions after cooking brings salty, creamy, and fresh flavors all in one bite.
- Perfect for grilling: Cooking in foil packets locks in juices and keeps the steak tender while letting the potatoes turn soft and flavorful.
Serving suggestions
- Add a fresh side: A simple green salad or grilled vegetables balances the richness of the steak and potatoes.
- Go casual: Serve the foil packets as-is on plates for a rustic dinner that feels fun and relaxed.
- For gatherings: Make multiple foil packets and set them out with extra toppings like sour cream, jalapeños, or hot sauce so everyone can customize.
- Pair with drinks: Cold iced tea or a crisp beer is a natural match for the smoky, buttery flavors.
- Turn leftovers into lunch: Slice up any extra steak and potatoes and toss them into a wrap or scramble them with eggs the next morning.
Steak and Potato Foil Packets Recipe
Make steak and potato foil packets for a simple family meal or camping recipe loaded with flavor, melted cheese, and grilled perfection.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 Servings 1x
Ingredients
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Garlic Butter-
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Potatoes-
- 26 ounces of potatoes (washed, and cut into quarters, peeled if you want)
- 1/4 cup onion (diced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/3 cup cooked diced bacon
- 1/3 cup sliced green onions
- 1/2 cup Colby-jack cheese
Steak-
- 2lbs ribeye steak
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe dish combine butter, garlic, and parsley. Microwave for 20-30 seconds or until the butter has melted. Set aside.
- Combine the potatoes and onions in a bowl. If you want your steaks well done, slice the ribeye into about 1-inch cubes. For medium-rare steak cut the ribeye into 4-6 large pieces.
- Tear four 15-inch pieces of heavy duty aluminum foil. Divide steaks and the potatoes into the center of each piece of foil. Sprinkle with parsley and season with salt and pepper. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the steak and potatoes in each foil piece.
- Fold up the sides of the foil first over the steak and potatoes, then fold up the entire bottom half of the foil over the ingredients to join the ends. Fold down to steal, pressing to seal tightly to keep any juices from spilling out.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Add the foil packs to the grill, cover and cook for 7 minutes on one side. Flip a cook for another 5 minutes on the other side or until the potatoes are cooked through. Carefully open the foil packets, being careful of the escaping steam. Sprinkle cheese, bacon, and green onions over the potatoes. Tent the foil packets to allow the cheese to melt, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 714
- Sugar: 2.9 g
- Sodium: 1379.9 mg
- Fat: 42.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Protein: 53 g
- Cholesterol: 176.5 mg
