Garlic Steak Bites and Potatoes: A Weeknight Favorite (Print Version)

Garlic Steak Bites and Potatoes: Quick, flavorful, one-pan perfection! Enjoy tender steak & crispy potatoes. My familys favorite easy, comforting meal.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Meat-eater (can be gluten-free)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Stars

01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch bites
02 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, quartered

→ Flavor Powerhouses

03 - 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
04 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
05 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme
06 - 1/2 cup beef broth

→ Pantry Staples

07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
08 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Finishing Touches

10 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, let’s get those potatoes ready. I usually give them a good scrub, then chop them into bite-sized pieces. Try to keep them roughly the same size so they cook evenly – a lesson I learned after having some raw chunks and some burnt bits in the same batch, oops! Toss them with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Then, cube your sirloin steak. Pat it really, really dry with paper towels; this is crucial for getting a good sear, a trick I learned the hard way after steaming my steak rather than searing it once. Season your steak generously with salt and pepper.
02 - Heat a large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium-high heat with a tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add your seasoned potatoes in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan, hon, or they won't get crispy! Let them cook, undisturbed, for about 5-7 minutes until they’re golden brown and release easily from the pan. Give them a flip and cook for another 5 minutes. This is where patience is a virtue. I always want to poke and prod, but resisting that urge makes all the difference for truly crispy potatoes. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
03 - Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the same skillet, crank the heat up to high. Once it’s smoking slightly, add your steak bites in a single layer. Again, don't overcrowd! You might need to do this in batches. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until a beautiful crust forms. We’re going for a quick, hot sear here. This step smells incredible, by the way – that rich, savory steak aroma. I used to cook it too long, thinking "more cook time, more done," but actually, a quick sear keeps them tender!
04 - Once all the steak bites are seared, return them all to the pan. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter, minced garlic, and fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs. Let the butter melt and baste the steak with that glorious garlicky herb butter for about 1-2 minutes. The garlic will become fragrant, and the herbs will release their oils. Just try not to inhale too deeply and burn your nose, like I almost did once in my excitement!
05 - Pour in the beef broth and let it simmer for a minute, scraping up any delicious browned bits from the bottom of the pan. This is where all that flavor gets incorporated into a lovely, light sauce. Then, add your crispy potatoes back into the pan with the steak. Toss everything together to coat it in that amazing garlic-herb sauce. Make sure every bite of this Garlic Steak Bites and Potatoes Recipe is drenched in flavor!
06 - Remove the skillet from the heat. Give everything a final taste and adjust seasoning if needed – I usually add a little more salt and pepper here. Sprinkle generously with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately. The steak should be tender, the potatoes crispy, and that garlic-herb sauce? Oh, it’s just divine. This whole process, from chopping to serving, feels like a little dance in the kitchen, and the result is always a happy plate.

# Notes:

01 - Always pat your steak dry before searing; wet steak steams, dry steak sears beautifully.
02 - Reheat leftovers gently on the stovetop to avoid soggy potatoes and tough steak.
03 - Sweet potatoes can be a fun swap for baby potatoes if you're feeling adventurous.
04 - A crisp green salad with a tangy vinaigrette cuts through the richness beautifully for serving.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large skillet (cast iron recommended)
02 - cutting board
03 - sharp knife
04 - tongs

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 550 kcal
Total Fat: 30g
Total Carbohydrate: 35g
Protein: 35g

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