Description
If you’re craving a dinner that’s bold, buttery, and beautifully simple, Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes is your new favorite recipe. This easy dinner idea comes together in one skillet and delivers everything you want from a hearty weeknight meal: juicy, caramelized steak, crispy golden potatoes, and a rich garlic butter sauce that ties it all together. It’s the perfect balance of indulgent and accessible, and it works just as well for quick weeknight meals as it does for cozy weekend treats. Whether you’re searching for quick dinner recipes, protein-rich food ideas, or just something mouthwatering to impress the family — this dish delivers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sirloin steak, ribeye, or tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 lb baby Yukon gold potatoes, halved or quartered
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional:
- A pinch of paprika or red chili flakes (for heat)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Wash and cut the potatoes into even chunks.
- Pat steak dry with paper towels and cut into cubes. Season both potatoes and steak with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add potatoes cut-side down and cook until crispy and tender, about 10–12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same pan. Increase heat to medium-high, and sear steak bites in batches, cooking for 2–3 minutes per side until browned.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic to the pan with the steak. Stir until butter is melted and garlic is fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Return potatoes to the skillet and toss everything together in the garlic butter.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Add a squeeze of lemon if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes