Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Crispy garlic butter steak bites with potatoes are the ultimate quick dinner. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect steak bites every time. The golden, juicy steak bites and crispy potatoes will make your family beg for this better-than-takeout meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Hearty Irish Vegetarian Stew Recipe and Easy Smoky Grilled Mushroom Skewers.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy steak bites coated in garlicky butter
- Crispy potatoes cooked to perfection
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout, easier than delivery
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
- Potatoes
- Butter
- Garlic
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Lemon wedges
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or flank steak works best.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast iron skillet — Even heat for perfect searing → See on Amazon
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How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
- Prepare steak: Slice steak into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Cook steak: Heat cast iron skillet over high heat. Add steak bites, cook until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Cook potatoes: In same skillet, add potatoes. Cook until crispy. Remove from skillet.
- Make garlic butter: In skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant. Add steak bites and potatoes back to skillet. Toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
- : Use high heat for perfect searing.
- Common mistake and fix: Overcrowding the pan leads to steamed, not seared, steak. Cook in batches if needed.
- : For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
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: Steak bites can be sliced and seasoned ahead of time. Potatoes can be cut ahead of time.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with 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 (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, marinate steak in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for steak. Chicken or pork can be used as an alternative.
- Make-ahead: Steak bites and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If steak is tough, it may not have been pounded thin enough. Use a meat mallet to pound steak to 1/4-inch thickness.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Butter
- Garlic
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare steak: Slice steak into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil.
- Cook steak: Heat cast iron skillet over high heat. Add steak bites, cook until browned. Remove from skillet.
- Cook potatoes: In same skillet, add potatoes. Cook until crispy. Remove from skillet.
- Make garlic butter: In skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant. Add steak bites and potatoes back to skillet. Toss to coat.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges. Serve hot.
Notes
- Chef tip: For extra flavor, marinate steak in olive oil, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for steak. Chicken or pork can be used as an alternative.
- Make-ahead: Steak bites and potatoes can be cooked ahead of time and reheated before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If steak is tough, it may not have been pounded thin enough. Use a meat mallet to pound steak to 1/4-inch thickness.
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 (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Steak bites can be sliced and seasoned ahead of time. Potatoes can be cut ahead of time.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes FAQs
Yes, you can slice the steak and cut the potatoes ahead of time. Cook just before serving for best results.
Steak may not have been pounded thin enough or cooked at too high heat. Pound steak to 1/4-inch thickness and use high heat for best results.
Yes, cooked steak bites and potatoes can be frozen separately for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
Yes, cook steak bites at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes and potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes.
Chicken or pork can be used as an alternative. Pork chops or chicken breasts work well.
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!
