Description
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes recipe is a quick and flavorful one-pan dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy sirloin steak cubes are seared to perfection in a sizzling butter and olive oil mixture, then tossed with golden, crispy garlic-seasoned potatoes. Aromatic herbs like rosemary and oregano add depth to the dish, while minced garlic delivers a rich, savory punch. Garnished with fresh parsley, this meal offers a satisfying balance of tender steak and hearty potatoes all cooked in one skillet, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes and Seasoning
- 1 lb. Yukon Gold potatoes, diced into ½-inch cubes (can substitute with 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 (alternatives: 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 the butter. Allow the butter to melt fully and start to sizzle.
- 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 develop a crispy exterior. Then stir the potatoes and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are 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. Place the steak cubes in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 1 minute to get a good sear. Flip or stir them and cook for 1-2 more minutes or until you reach your desired doneness. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Toss potatoes and steak together: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the seared steak bites. Gently toss everything together to combine and heat through evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt and pepper if desired.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the dish for a pop of color and fresh flavor, if using. Serve immediately and enjoy your garlic butter steak bites with potatoes!
Notes
- You can substitute Yukon Gold potatoes with red-skinned or fingerling potatoes based on preference.
- Alternative steak cuts such as beef tenderloin or NY strip steak can be used for different textures and flavors.
- Use a cast iron skillet for best heat retention and even browning.
- Make sure not to stir the potatoes initially to achieve a crispy crust.
- Adjust cooking time of steak cubes to reach your preferred doneness.
- Fresh parsley is optional but adds a nice bright finish to the dish.
