🥩🧄 Air Fryer Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets
These Air Fryer Garlic Steak & Potato Foil Packets are a quick and easy one-packet meal. Juicy, tender steak bites are cooked together with perfectly seasoned potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce. The foil locks in all the flavor and moisture, making this dish incredibly delicious and hassle-free—perfect for busy weeknights!
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 steaks (sirloin or ribeye, cut into cubes)
- 2 cups baby potatoes (halved or diced)
- 3 tbsp butter (melted)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Cut steak into bite-sized pieces
- Cut potatoes into small cubes for even cooking
2. Make Garlic Butter:
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, olive oil, and spices
3. Assemble Foil Packets:
- Add steak and potatoes to a bowl
- Pour garlic butter mixture and toss well
- Divide into foil sheets
- Seal tightly into packets
4. Air Fry:
- Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F)
- Cook for 12–15 minutes
- Shake or flip halfway through
5. Serve:
- Carefully open foil (watch for hot steam)
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot
❓ Q & A
Q1: How do I ensure potatoes are fully cooked?
✔ Cut them small
✔ Optional: parboil for 5 minutes
Q2: Can I use a different meat?
✔ Yes, chicken or lamb works well
Q3: Can I make it healthier?
✔ Reduce butter
✔ Add vegetables like broccoli or green beans
Q4: Is this good for weight loss?
⚠️ Moderate (due to butter and steak)
✔ Control portion size
Q5: Can I cook without foil?
✔ Yes, but foil keeps everything juicy and flavorful
✅ Tips:
- Don’t overcrowd the foil packets
- Use tender cuts of steak
- Let steak rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
