Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Tender steak bites and crispy potatoes in a garlic butter sauce. Better than takeout and ready in 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfect steak bites every time. The crispy potatoes and melty garlic butter sauce make this family favorite irresistible. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Spicy Shrimp Sushi Stacks and Easy Salmon Cakes Recipe Ready in 20 Minutes.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Tender steak bites in every bite
- Crispy potatoes with a golden crust
- Melty garlic butter sauce that's better than takeout
- Easy to make and ready in 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Steak (Sirloin or Ribeye)
- Baby Potatoes
- Butter
- Garlic
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
- Optional: Fresh Parsley
- Optional: Red Pepper Flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Steak: Sirloin or Ribeye work best. Trim excess fat.
- Baby Potatoes: Cut larger potatoes in half.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Cast Iron Skillet — Even heat for perfect searing and crispy potatoes. → See on Amazon
- Meat Tenderizer — Tenders steak for faster cooking and better texture. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces. Tenderize with a meat mallet. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add potatoes to the skillet. Cook until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Return steak and potatoes to the skillet. Toss to coat in garlic butter.
- Step 5: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcrowd the pan. Cook steak and potatoes in batches if needed to prevent steaming.
- : Use a meat thermometer to ensure steak is cooked to your liking. 145°F for medium rare.
- : For a one-pan meal, cook everything in the cast iron skillet. Cleanup is a breeze!
Storing & Reheating Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
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 ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or skillet before serving.
Freezing Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
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.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to achieve a crispy crust on the potatoes.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Cut steak and potatoes ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger crowd. Cook in batches if needed.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, cook them in a separate skillet or in the oven at 425°F for 10-15 minutes.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak (Sirloin or Ribeye)
- Baby Potatoes
- Butter
- Garlic
- Olive Oil
Seasonings
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Parsley
Optional Toppings
- Fresh Parsley
- Red Pepper Flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut steak into bite-sized pieces. Tenderize with a meat mallet. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak bites and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add potatoes to the skillet. Cook until golden and crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Return steak and potatoes to the skillet. Toss to coat in garlic butter.
- Step 5: Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (optional). Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to achieve a crispy crust on the potatoes.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken or pork for the steak for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Cut steak and potatoes ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook.
- Scaling: Double the recipe for a larger crowd. Cook in batches if needed.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not crispy, cook them in a separate skillet or in the oven at 425°F for 10-15 minutes.
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.
- Make ahead: Prepare steak bites and potatoes ahead of time. Reheat in the oven or skillet before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sat. Fat: 14g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, cut steak and potatoes ahead of time. Store separately in the fridge until ready to cook. Reheat in the oven or skillet before serving.
Overcooking is the most common reason for tough steak. Use a meat thermometer to ensure steak is cooked to your liking. 145°F for medium rare.
Yes, cook steak bites at 400°F for 8-10 minutes and potatoes at 400°F for 15-20 minutes. Toss in garlic butter after cooking.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes for the best texture. The microwave can make the steak tough.
Yes, double the recipe and cook in batches if needed. Keep cooked steak and potatoes warm in the oven while cooking the rest.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout 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!
