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Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

Tender steak cubes and crispy potatoes cooked in rich garlic butter sauce, ready in 30 minutes for an easy high-protein dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs steak (sirloin, ribeye, or New York strip) cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1 lb baby potatoes quartered
  • 3 tbsp butter divided
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic about 3-4 cloves
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or fresh
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary or fresh
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the quartered potatoes and season generously with salt, pepper, and half of the herbs.
  2. Sauté the potatoes for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and fork-tender. Remove from skillet and set aside on a plate.
  3. Increase heat to high and add another tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Add steak cubes in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Season with salt and pepper. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 2 tablespoons butter, minced garlic, and remaining herbs plus red pepper flakes if using. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Return cooked potatoes to the skillet and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and coated in garlic butter.
  6. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat with a small pat of butter to maintain texture. Substitutions: Sweet potatoes work well in place of baby potatoes. Chicken thighs or shrimp can replace the steak with adjusted cooking times. Make-Ahead: Prep ingredients ahead by cutting steak and potatoes, but cook fresh for best results. Pro Tip: Bring steak to room temperature and pat completely dry before cooking for the best sear.