Garlic Butter Steak Bites Potatoes (Print)

Juicy steak bites and crispy potatoes tossed in garlic butter for a rich, flavorful meal.

# Ingredients:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 pound baby potatoes, quartered
03 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Fats and Flavorings

05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Spices and Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the quartered potatoes and season with kosher salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden and tender, approximately 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer potatoes to a plate and keep covered to retain heat.
02 - Pat the steak cubes dry using paper towels and generously season all sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
03 - Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet. Once hot, arrange steak bites in a single layer. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to preferred doneness. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding, if necessary. Transfer seared steak to the plate with potatoes.
04 - Reduce heat to low and add unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir until the garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
05 - Return steak and potatoes to the skillet. Toss to thoroughly coat with the garlic butter. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • This is that secret weeknight dinner that tastes straight out of a restaurant, but no one has to know how quickly it comes together.
  • The crispy-edged potatoes and silky garlic butter sauce will convince all the picky eaters at your table.
02 -
  • If you crowd the pan with too much steak at once, the meat steams instead of browns—you really do have to work in batches even if it feels inconvenient.
  • I once rushed the garlic step and burned it; now, I never skip lowering the heat before adding butter and garlic, or else the flavor goes bitter fast.
03 -
  • Always dry your steak cubes before seasoning—they caramelize better for deep flavor.
  • Letting the steak rest just a minute before tossing it in the sauce means every bite stays juicy, not dry.
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