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Garlic butter steak bites and crispy baby potatoes in a cast iron skillet garnished with fresh parsley

Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes

Juicy seared steak bites and crispy baby potatoes tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. A quick one-pan dinner ready in 30 minutes with real steakhouse flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs sirloin steak cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces, rested at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking
  • 1.5 lbs baby potatoes halved or quartered depending on size
  • 3 tbsp butter divided into 3 separate portions of 1 tablespoon each
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or cast-iron pan
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon butter and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Once the butter melts and the oil shimmers, add baby potatoes cut-side down in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, dried rosemary, and dried thyme. Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes to build a golden crust, then stir occasionally for 10 to 12 minutes total until fork-tender and browned all over. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  2. Keep the heat at medium-high and add 1 tablespoon butter to the same skillet. Arrange steak bites in a single layer without overcrowding, working in batches if needed. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side until a deep brown crust forms. Use an instant-read thermometer and pull at 135 degrees F for medium-rare. Do not move the pieces while searing. Remove steak and set aside.
  3. Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the remaining tablespoon of butter and the minced garlic to the skillet. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until lightly golden and fragrant. Watch closely as garlic burns quickly and will turn bitter if overdone.
  4. Return the steak bites and crispy potatoes to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the garlic butter for about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat, scatter fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately.

Notes

Let steak rest at room temperature for 15 minutes before cooking. Work in batches when searing steak to avoid steaming. Do not wash the pan between steps as the browned bits add depth of flavor. Lower heat before adding garlic to prevent burning. Total time includes 15 minutes passive rest time for the steak plus 20 minutes active cooking.