Description

This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes recipe combines tender, flavorful steak cubes with perfectly cooked Yukon gold potatoes, all infused with a savory blend of garlic, herbs, and spices. The steak is marinated and seared to develop a rich crust, while the potatoes are parboiled and sautéed to golden perfection. Finished with a luscious garlic herb butter, this one-pan dish is comforting, hearty, and packed with delicious flavors, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Seasoning Mix

3 teaspoons salt (or more to taste)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons paprika

Steak and Marinade

2 pounds cubed steak (sirloin or NY Strip)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon Browning sauce (optional, for color)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)

Potatoes

2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed into small bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil (for coating after parboiling)

Garlic Herb Butter

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Garnish

Chopped parsley
Red pepper flakes (to taste)

Instructions

Prepare the seasoning mix: In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Divide this mixture evenly into two equal parts and set aside for later use.
Make garlic herb butter: In another small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and chopped parsley until well combined. Set aside to enhance the flavors later.
Marinate the steak: Place the cubed steak in a large bowl. Add Worcestershire sauce, optional browning sauce, and half of the seasoning mix. Toss well to coat every piece of steak evenly, allowing the flavors to penetrate.
Parboil potatoes: Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the cubed potatoes. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until they start to soften but are not fully cooked. Drain the water and let the potatoes cool slightly.
Season potatoes: Toss the cooled potatoes with the remaining half of the seasoning mix and 1 tablespoon of olive oil, coating all pieces evenly.
Sear the steak: Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated steak cubes and sear them for 5 to 7 minutes, turning to brown all sides well. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Cook the potatoes: In the same skillet, add the seasoned parboiled potatoes. Sauté over medium-high heat for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
Combine steak and potatoes: Return the steak cubes to the skillet with the cooked potatoes. Add the prepared garlic herb butter and toss everything together thoroughly so the steak and potatoes absorb the flavorful butter.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle red pepper flakes and additional chopped parsley over the top for a touch of heat and fresh color. Serve immediately, enjoying the rich, garlicky, buttery flavors.

Notes

Adjust salt to taste, especially if using salted butter in the garlic herb butter.
Parboiling potatoes ensures they cook evenly and become tender without burning during sautéing.
Browning sauce is optional but adds deeper color and umami flavor to the steak.
You can substitute sirloin or NY strip with any preferred tender steak for best results.
If you prefer a spicier dish, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Garlic Butter Steak, Steak and Potatoes, Skillet Steak, Garlic Herb Butter, Sautéed Potatoes, One-Pan Dinner