If you want a quick, hearty, and restaurant-quality meal at home, this Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is exactly what you need. Juicy, seared steak bites paired with crispy golden potatoes and coated in rich garlic butter—this dish is pure comfort with bold flavor in every bite.
🕒 Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: ~35–40 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Difficulty: Easy
🛒 Ingredients
- 500g (1 lb) sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 3 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
🍳 Equipment Needed
- Large skillet or cast-iron pan
- Spatula or tongs
- Knife and cutting board
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Potatoes
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the halved potatoes, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for about 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fork-tender. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Step 2: Sear the Steak
In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and increase heat to medium-high. Add steak cubes in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to your preferred doneness. Remove and set aside.
Step 3: Make Garlic Butter
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant (don’t burn the garlic).
Step 4: Combine Everything
Return the potatoes and steak to the skillet. Toss everything together in the garlic butter. Sprinkle thyme or rosemary and mix well.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley on top, and serve immediately.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a fresh salad or steamed veggies
- Add a fried or poached egg on top for a brunch twist
- Pair with crusty bread to soak up the garlic butter
🔥 Tips for Best Results
- Use cast iron skillet for best sear
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—this helps achieve a crispy crust
- Let steak rest before mixing back in
- Cut potatoes evenly for uniform cooking
🥗 Variations
- Spicy Kick: Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper
- Cheesy Version: Sprinkle grated parmesan on top
- Keto-Friendly: Replace potatoes with cauliflower
- Herb Boost: Add fresh rosemary and thyme