Easy Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet for a Hearty Meal
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe uses juicy sirloin steak, cut into cubes, and pan-seared to perfection. With a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s ready in just 20 minutes! Whether you serve it as an appetizer, a party snack, or a main course, it’s sure to please everyone.
Why You’ll Love It
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe is simple, quick, and versatile. It’s perfect for when you’re craving something delicious and satisfying, but don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen. You can serve these steak bites as an appetizer, a main course, or even a snack. All you need is some quality steak and a few basic ingredients — and of course, garlic and butter are key!
The best part? These steak bites are made in one skillet, which makes cleanup a breeze. Plus, cooking steak doesn’t have to be intimidating. With this stovetop method, you’ll get tender, juicy steak every time. Want something a little more fancy? Try my Simple Filet Mignon next!
What You’ll Need
- Sirloin – A high-quality sirloin is a great choice. It’s a perfect balance between tenderness and cost.
- Salt & pepper – Don’t skimp on seasoning! A generous amount of salt and pepper is crucial for a flavorful crust.
- Olive oil – For pan-searing the steak and getting that perfect sear.
- Butter – It helps cook the beef and forms the base of the savory pan sauce.
- Garlic – Feel free to use more than I suggest if you’re a fan of extra garlicky goodness.
- Parsley – Adds a fresh pop of color and flavor.
How to Make Garlic Butter Steak
Here’s an overview of the steps. For full instructions, check out the recipe card at the end.
- Cut the steak into cubes and season generously with salt and pepper. The seasoning is key to achieving that perfect sear and flavor.
- In a hot skillet, add some olive oil and cook the steak in batches. Flip the cubes once to ensure an even cook. Since the steak cooks quickly, be careful not to overdo it. After each batch, transfer the steak to a plate.
- Once all the steak is cooked, reduce the heat and add the remaining butter and garlic to the skillet. Let the garlic sizzle just until fragrant, then remove the pan from the heat.
- Return the steak to the pan and toss to coat the steak in that delicious garlic butter sauce.
Substitutions and Variations
- If you prefer a more marbled cut, you can swap the sirloin for ribeye or New York strip steak. These cuts will add extra flavor and tenderness.
- For a little heat, toss in crushed red pepper flakes to your liking. It’ll give the dish a nice kick.
- Want to mix things up? Try using seasoning salt or your favorite spice blend instead of plain salt for extra flavor.
What to Serve With Garlic Butter Steak
These juicy steak bites are perfect on their own, but they’re also great as part of a meal. I love pairing them with:
- Garlic Mashed Potatoes or Quick and Easy Garlic Butter Noodles for a comforting side.
- Creamed Spinach for a classic steakhouse vibe.
- Easy Garlicky Sautéed Mushrooms to bring even more rich, savory flavors to the table.
- For some extra indulgence, serve with crusty bread to soak up that amazing garlic butter sauce. Or turn them into tacos with Quick Pickled Red Onions and Jalapeno Slaw for a fun twist.
If you’re serving this as an appetizer, they’re perfect alongside other party favorites like Grape Jelly Meatballs or my Easy Buffalo Chicken Dip.
No matter how you serve them, I highly recommend squeezing a bit of fresh lemon juice over the steak right before eating. It brightens up the rich flavors and takes the dish to the next level.
Leftovers and Storage
If you happen to have any leftovers (which is rare!), they’ll keep in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container. However, they might get a little tougher over time, so try to enjoy them as soon as possible.
To reheat, place the steak bites in a saucepan over low heat until warmed through. I don’t recommend freezing leftover steak, as the texture can change when thawed.
Whether you serve these Garlic Butter Steak Bites with potatoes or as part of a larger meal, they are sure to be a hit! If you’re looking for an even heartier option, try making my Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet for a complete, flavorful meal in one pan.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak or use ribeye, strip steak, or another tender well marbled cut
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter 1/2 stick divided
- 4-5 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Take the steak out of the fridge and let it warm up for 30 minutes prior to starting the recipe if you can.
- Cut the steak into 1″ cubes and season generously with salt & pepper.
- Add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter to a skillet over medium-high heat. Let the pan heat up for a few minutes. Add the meat in a single layer (don’t crowd it and do two batches). Cook for about 2 minutes then flip and cook for another 2 minutes for the steak to be cooked to medium temperature. Repeat with the second batch. Don’t move the steak around the pan… just let it cook undisturbed to get a good sear. Once each batch is done, transfer it to a plate. You can always test one piece of steak to get a good idea of timing prior to doing a whole batch.
- Turn the heat down to medium-low and add the remaining butter and garlic to the pan. Cook, stirring almost constantly, for 1-2 minutes or until the garlic is cooked (but don’t let it burn/get too dark). Take the pan off the heat and add the steak (and juices from the plate) back and toss with the butter sauce. Serve immediately with parsley sprinkled over top.
Notes
Do not overcook the steak as it’ll end up tough and leathery.
I love a good cast iron skillet for cooking steak. My Le Creuset skillet is pictured, and I also love Lodge cast iron.
You can also find this recipe in the Salt & Lavender: Everyday Essentials hardcover cookbook.
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