Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes is a quick, one-pan meal featuring tender, juicy steak bites and crispy golden potatoes tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight dinner that's packed with bold flavors and easy to make. Enjoy with your favorite sides!
Ingredients
For the Steak Bites:
- 1 lb steak sirloin, ribeye, or strip, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For the Potatoes:
- 1 lb baby potatoes Yukon Gold or red, cut into quarters
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
For the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice optional, for a fresh kick
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Quarter the potatoes and toss them with olive oil, salt, pepper, and paprika.
Sear the Potatoes:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the potatoes in a single layer and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Steak Bites:
- In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil over high heat.
- Add the steak bites in a single layer and sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
- Remove and set aside.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- Reduce heat to medium-low, add butter, and let it melt.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Squeeze in lemon juice if using.
Combine Everything:
- Return the steak bites and potatoes to the skillet.
- Toss everything in the garlic butter sauce until evenly coated.
Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot!