🥩🧄 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:

1. Add steak and potatoes to a bowl
2. Pour garlic butter mixture and toss well
3. Divide into foil sheets
4. 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.