Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender sirloin steak cubes are seared to perfection in a cast iron skillet, then tossed with crispy, herb-seasoned Yukon Gold potatoes and a rich garlic butter sauce. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish combines savory and aromatic flavors in a comforting skillet dinner that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasonings
- 1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes (or red-skinned or fingerling potatoes)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp ground pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steak and Butter
- 1½ lbs. sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes (alternative options: beef tenderloin, NY strip steak, or stir fry meat)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided (½ stick)
- Freshly chopped parsley, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet and melt butter: Place a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter. Let the butter melt completely and start to sizzle, which creates a perfect base for cooking.
- Cook the potatoes with seasonings: Add the diced potatoes, minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried oregano, kosher salt, and ground pepper to the skillet. Cook the potatoes for about 4 minutes without stirring to allow a crispy crust to form. Then stir and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the potatoes become fork tender. Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set aside in a bowl.
- Sear the steak bites: Increase the heat to high. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet and stir until melted. Add the steak cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 1 minute to develop a good sear. Flip or stir the steak bites and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes more until they reach your desired doneness. Remove skillet from heat.
- Toss potatoes and steak together: Add the cooked potatoes back into the skillet with the steak bites. Gently toss to combine and heat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh burst of color and flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious garlic butter steak bites with potatoes.
Notes
- You can substitute sirloin steak with beef tenderloin, NY strip steak, or stir-fry meat as alternatives.
- Use a cast iron skillet for best heat retention and even searing.
- To keep potatoes crispy, avoid overcrowding the skillet and cook over medium-high heat.
- Adjust garlic quantity based on your preference for a milder or stronger garlic flavor.
- This recipe pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
