Description

This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet recipe delivers a hearty and flavorful meal made easy in one pan. Tender sirloin steak cubes are seared to perfection and tossed with golden, crispy baby potatoes, all coated in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with fresh thyme. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together quickly with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

Steak and Potatoes

1 lb sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
Salt and black pepper to taste

Garlic Butter Sauce

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Cook the Potatoes: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the halved baby potatoes, season generously with salt and black pepper, and cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender. Once cooked, remove the potatoes from the skillet and set them aside.
Sear the Steak: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet. Place the sirloin steak cubes in the skillet, season with salt and black pepper, and sear them for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a nice brown crust. This ensures a flavorful, juicy interior.
Add Garlic Butter and Herbs: Reduce the heat to medium, then add the unsalted butter, minced garlic, and chopped fresh thyme to the skillet. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant and the butter fully melts, creating a rich and flavorful sauce.
Combine Steak and Potatoes: Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the steak and toss everything together thoroughly so that the steak and potatoes are evenly coated with the garlic butter sauce.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the skillet for a burst of fresh flavor and color. Serve the garlic butter steak and potatoes immediately while hot to enjoy the full richness of the dish.

Notes

For extra crispiness, you can parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes before pan-frying.
Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper as desired before serving.
Use fresh thyme and parsley for best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted if necessary—use about 1/3 the quantity.
This dish pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables to balance the richness.
Make sure not to overcrowd the pan when searing steak to ensure proper browning.