Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes are the ultimate quick dinner solution. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the trick to tender steak bites in a rich, creamy garlic butter sauce. The crispy potatoes on the side make this dish irresistible. Keep reading for my best tips, or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Creamy Baked Lemon Butter Chicken and Easy Meal Prep Farro Salad.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Tender steak bites in a rich garlic butter sauce
- Crispy potatoes on the side
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak
- Garlic
- Butter
- Potatoes
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or ribeye works best.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect searing. → See on Amazon
- Meat tenderizer — Ensures tender steak bites every time. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
- Step 1: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces and tenderize.
- Step 2: Cook potatoes in the oven until crispy.
- Step 3: Sear steak in a hot skillet with butter and garlic.
- Step 4: Combine steak and potatoes in the skillet, add seasonings, and serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the skillet when searing steak. Cook in batches if needed to avoid steaming.
- Pro tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. 145°F is medium-rare.
- Pro tip: For a one-pan meal, cook potatoes in the oven while steak is resting.
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare steak bites and potatoes separately up to a day ahead. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Freeze cooked steak bites for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F and reheat for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to create a flavorful crust on the steak.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak bites and potatoes separately up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, broil them for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak
- Garlic
- Butter
- Potatoes
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces and tenderize.
- Step 2: Cook potatoes in the oven until crispy.
- Step 3: Sear steak in a hot skillet with butter and garlic.
- Step 4: Combine steak and potatoes in the skillet, add seasonings, and serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to create a flavorful crust on the steak.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak bites and potatoes separately up to a day ahead.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, broil them for 2-3 minutes at the end of cooking.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven.
- Oven reheat: Preheat oven to 375°F and reheat for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven.
- Make ahead: Prepare steak bites and potatoes separately up to a day ahead. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 36g
- Fat: 32g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 18g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes FAQs
Yes, prepare steak bites and potatoes separately up to a day ahead. Reheat in the oven before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness. 145°F is medium-rare.
Yes, cook steak bites at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, then combine with potatoes and seasonings in the skillet.
Chicken or pork can be used as a substitute for steak in this recipe.
Yes, this recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger group.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
