Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes are the best 20-minute restaurant version you can make at home! After cooking this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect steak bites every time. The crispy potatoes and melty garlic butter sauce 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 Mozzarella Garlic Butter Chicken Bowties and Mango Curd Tart Recipe.
Why This Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Better than takeout in 20 minutes
- Crispy potatoes and juicy steak bites
- Rich garlic butter sauce that's irresistible
- Easy cleanup with just one pan
What You'll Need for Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Red pepper flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or ribeye works best
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
- Prepare steak and potatoes: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Season both with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook potatoes: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add potatoes, cook until crispy and golden. Remove from skillet.
- Cook steak: In the same skillet, add steak pieces. Cook until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove from skillet.
- Make garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant. Pour in beef broth, scrape up browned bits. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Combine and serve: Return potatoes and steak to the skillet. Toss to coat in sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the skillet when cooking steak. Cook in batches if needed to prevent steaming.
- Tip: Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect steak doneness. Rare: 125°F, Medium-rare: 135°F, Medium: 145°F, Well-done: 160°F
- Tip: For extra crispy potatoes, toss them in a bit of cornstarch before cooking.
- Tip: To make ahead, cook steak and potatoes separately. Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes before combining with sauce.
Storing & Reheating Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy 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: Potatoes can be cut ahead of time. Store in water in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Freezing Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes separately for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to get a nice sear on the steak and potatoes.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak if preferred.
- Make-ahead: Cook steak and potatoes separately, then reheat and combine with sauce before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking to the skillet, add more oil or use a non-stick skillet.
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Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare steak and potatoes: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces. Cut potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes. Season both with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook potatoes: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add potatoes, cook until crispy and golden. Remove from skillet.
- Cook steak: In the same skillet, add steak pieces. Cook until browned and cooked to your liking. Remove from skillet.
- Make garlic butter sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant. Pour in beef broth, scrape up browned bits. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Combine and serve: Return potatoes and steak to the skillet. Toss to coat in sauce. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to get a nice sear on the steak and potatoes.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak if preferred.
- Make-ahead: Cook steak and potatoes separately, then reheat and combine with sauce before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are sticking to the skillet, add more oil or use a non-stick skillet.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked steak bites and potatoes separately for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
- Make ahead: Potatoes can be cut ahead of time. Store in water in the fridge for up to 1 day.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 16g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy Potatoes FAQs
Yes, cook steak and potatoes separately, then reheat and combine with sauce before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
Yes, cook potatoes at 380°F for 15-20 minutes, then cook steak at 400°F for 5-7 minutes per side.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispiness.
Yes, this dish is perfect for cozy winter nights. Serve with a side of warm crusty bread to soak up the sauce.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Crispy 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!
