Easy • Beef
Weeknight Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
These tender garlic butter steak bites and crispy potatoes come together in one skillet for an incredibly easy and satisfying weeknight meal.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Level
- Easy
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Who says steak is only for special occasions? This Weeknight Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes recipe brings restaurant-worthy flavor to your table in under 30 minutes! Juicy, tender steak pieces are seared to perfection and tossed in a rich garlic butter, alongside crispy roasted potatoes. It's a comforting, hearty meal that's surprisingly simple to make, and all in one pan!
Ingredients
Yield: 4 servings
Main
- 1.5 lbs small red potatoes, quartered
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp dried rosemary (optional)
- ½ tsp salt, divided
- ¼ tsp black pepper, divided
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, toss the quartered potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dried rosemary (if using), ¼ tsp salt, and ⅛ tsp black pepper. Spread them in a single layer on a large sheet pan or in an oven-safe skillet.
Step 2
Roast potatoes for 15 minutes, or until just tender. Meanwhile, prepare the steak.
Step 3
Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. Season with the remaining ¼ tsp salt and ⅛ tsp black pepper. Drying the steak is key for a good sear!
Step 4
Once potatoes are almost done, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet (if not using the same one as the potatoes, ensure it’s oven-safe if doing steps 2-3 in one pan) over medium-high heat until shimmering hot.
Step 5
Add steak in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the pan (cook in batches if necessary). Sear for 1.5-2 minutes per side until beautifully browned. The steak should still be slightly rare in the center as it will cook a bit more.
Step 6
Reduce heat to low. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for 30-60 seconds, allowing the butter to melt and the garlic to become fragrant. Toss the steak bites in the garlic butter to coat.
Step 7
If using a single oven-safe skillet: Add the seared steak bites and garlic butter directly to the skillet with the roasted potatoes. Toss gently to combine. If using separate pans, combine the steak and potatoes in a serving dish.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley (if using) and serve immediately.
Tips
- For best results, use a cast iron skillet for searing the steak to get a great crust.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the steak; this allows for browning, not steaming.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or onions to roast alongside the potatoes.
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