Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes are golden, crispy, and ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfect steak bites every time. The crispy steak bites and tender potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce will make your whole family beg for this better-than-takeout dinner. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this refreshing side dish and Pair with this crispy fried chicken sandwich.
Why This Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Golden, crispy steak bites
- Tender potatoes in a rich garlic butter sauce
- Ready in just 20 minutes
- Better than takeout
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
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Paprika
- Thyme
- Optional: 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
- Meat Tenderizer — Tender steak bites every time. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat from steak. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook Steak: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add steak and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and let it rest.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same skillet, add potatoes and cook until tender and golden.
- Make Sauce: Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until garlic is fragrant. Pour in beef broth and scrape up browned bits. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve: Slice steak into bites. Add steak and any juices to the skillet. Toss to combine. Serve with potatoes and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Cook in batches if needed.
- Tip: Use a meat tenderizer to ensure tender steak bites.
- Tip: Let steak rest for 10 minutes before slicing to preserve juices.
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 and potatoes ahead of time. Cook and combine just 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 (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to achieve a nice sear on the steak bites.
- Best substitution: Substitute steak with chicken or pork for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak and potatoes ahead of time. Cook and combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tendering, add a little water to the skillet and cover. Let it simmer until potatoes are tender.
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Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Potatoes – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Steak
- Potatoes
- Garlic
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Seasonings
- Garlic Powder
- Paprika
- Thyme
Optional Toppings
- Parsley
- Lemon Wedges
Instructions
- Prepare Steak: Trim excess fat from steak. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and thyme. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Cook Steak: Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat. Add steak and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and let it rest.
- Cook Potatoes: In the same skillet, add potatoes and cook until tender and golden.
- Make Sauce: Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until garlic is fragrant. Pour in beef broth and scrape up browned bits. Simmer until sauce thickens.
- Combine and Serve: Slice steak into bites. Add steak and any juices to the skillet. Toss to combine. Serve with potatoes and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Chef tip: Use high heat to achieve a nice sear on the steak bites.
- Best substitution: Substitute steak with chicken or pork for a different twist.
- Make-ahead: Prepare steak and potatoes ahead of time. Cook and combine just before serving.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve more.
- Troubleshooting: If potatoes are not tendering, add a little water to the skillet and cover. Let it simmer until potatoes are tender.
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: Prepare steak and potatoes ahead of time. Cook and combine just before serving.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbs: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Cholesterol: 105mg
- Sat. Fat: 12g
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, prepare steak and potatoes ahead of time. Cook and combine just before serving.
Ensure you're using a tender cut of steak and let it rest before slicing. Using a meat tenderizer can also help.
Yes, cook steak bites at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway. Cook potatoes separately at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
Yes, but they may take longer to cook. Thaw them first for best results.
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!
