Description
Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying meal with these Pesto Steak & Potato Foil Packets that are easy to prepare and clean up. Perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor grilling, this dish combines tender beef, baby potatoes, and vibrant pesto for a delicious dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- Sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Flank steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Boneless strip steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes (optional)
- Chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes (optional)
- Baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Sweet potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
- Parsnips, cut into 1-inch pieces (optional)
- Basil pesto
- Sliced bell peppers
- Quartered cherry tomatoes
- Thin slices of red onion
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Dried Italian herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients – Cut the chosen steak into roughly 1-inch cubes, wash and cut the potatoes into similar 1-inch pieces, and chop any additional vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Step 2: Season the Potatoes and Veggies – In a large bowl, combine the cut potatoes and any other hearty vegetables. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, and toss to coat.
- Step 3: Season the Steak – In a separate bowl, add the cubed steak, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper. Toss to coat the steak pieces.
- Step 4: Assemble the Foil Packets – Tear off large sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Lay down a portion of the seasoned potatoes and vegetables in the center, arrange the seasoned steak on top, and dollop 1-2 tablespoons of pesto over the ingredients.
- Step 5: Seal and Cook – Seal the packets tightly by folding the long sides together and rolling up the short ends. Cook using your preferred method: Oven at 400°F for 25-35 minutes, Grill at medium-high heat for 20-30 minutes, or Campfire for 20-35 minutes.
- Step 6: Serve and Enjoy! – Carefully open the hot packets, optionally sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese or fresh basil leaves, and serve directly in the packets.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking or Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: Use heavy-duty aluminum foil for best results. Ensure uniform cuts for even cooking and avoid overfilling the packets. Pre-cook potatoes for faster cooking if desired.