I wasn’t trying to make anything fancy—just tossing what I had into a skillet. But when the smell of garlic butter steak bites and potatoes hit the air, the whole family came wandering into the kitchen like I rang a dinner bell. Simple, buttery, and packed with flavor.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• One-skillet meal
• Ready in 30 minutes
• Crispy potatoes, juicy steak
• Garlic butter in every bite
• Family-friendly and filling
• Low-effort, high reward
Make this on a busy weeknight or meal prep it ahead.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes (Easy One-Pan Dinner)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Description
Juicy, buttery garlic steak bites paired with crispy golden potatoes. A quick, one-pan dinner ready in just 30 minutes and packed with comfort and flavor.
Ingredients
1¼ lb sirloin steak, cut into ½ inch cubes
3 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup ghee or butter, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb Yukon gold potatoes, cut into ½ inch cubes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat cast iron skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and 2 tbsp ghee.
2. Add potatoes, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook 8–10 mins until golden, stirring every 1–2 mins.
3. Remove potatoes and set aside.
4. Increase heat to medium-high. Add remaining 2 tbsp ghee.
5. Add steak bites in a single layer. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Sear for 2 minutes. Stir, then cook 1–2 more minutes until browned.
7. Return potatoes to pan. Stir to combine.
8. Adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Use ribeye or tenderloin for even juicier steak bites.
Try red potatoes or fingerlings if you prefer.
Add chili flakes for heat or rosemary for a flavor twist.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
When to Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
• Busy weeknights
• Lazy Sunday dinners
• Quick lunch meal prep
• When cravings hit
• For picky eaters
• After a long day
• Date night at home
• When you need comfort
• No time for takeout
• Want bold flavors fast
• Need just one pan
• Crave crispy, juicy bites
• Make garlic butter steak bites and potatoes
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Steak Bites
• 1¼ lb sirloin steak, cubed
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp ghee or butter
• Salt and pepper
• Dried thyme and oregano
For the Potatoes
• 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes, cubed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp ghee
• Garlic, herbs, salt, pepper
This combo makes the best garlic butter steak bites and potatoes every time.
How to Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes
Step 1 – Sear the Potatoes
• Heat oil and ghee in a skillet
• Add potatoes, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper
• Sear 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally
• Remove and set aside
Step 2 – Cook the Steak
• Add more ghee to the pan
• Add steak cubes in a single layer
• Sprinkle salt and pepper
• Sear 2 minutes, stir, cook 2 more
Step 3 – Combine and Serve
• Return potatoes to the pan
• Toss everything in garlic butter
• Adjust seasoning
• Garnish with fresh parsley
You now have the perfect pan of garlic butter steak bites and potatoes—crispy, golden, and ready to eat.
Pro Cooking Tips
• Use a cast iron skillet
• Cut potatoes the same size
• Don’t crowd the pan
• Let the steak sear before stirring
• A splatter screen helps keep things tidy
Easy Swaps and Variations
• Swap Yukon golds for fingerlings or red potatoes
• Use ribeye or tenderloin instead of sirloin
• Add chili flakes or paprika for a kick
• Try rosemary or basil for a twist
Change it up without losing that signature garlic butter steak bites and potatoes flavor.
Storage and Reheating
• Store in fridge up to 5 days
• Freeze up to 3 months
• Reheat in skillet with a little ghee or butter
Still tastes great the next day.
What to Serve With It
• Roasted asparagus or green beans
• Mixed greens salad
• Garlic aioli or ranch on the side
For more comfort in a pan, try our steak bites with garlic butter or garlic chicken with broccoli and spinach.
FAQs
What cut of steak is best for this?
Sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin—perfect cuts for garlic butter steak bites and potatoes; flavorful and tender.
Can I make this ahead?
Yes! These garlic butter steak bites and potatoes are great for meal prep.
Do I have to peel the potatoes?
Nope! Just scrub them. The skin adds texture.