Craving a hearty, satisfying dinner that combines juicy steak and crispy, flavorful potatoes in one skillet? This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is the perfect solution. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that brings together tender, juicy steak with golden, crispy potatoes, all enveloped in a garlicky butter sauce.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) steak (ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, quartered
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary (or 1/2 tsp dried rosemary)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the potatoes:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Add the quartered potatoes and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
- Remove the potatoes from the skillet and set them aside.
- Cook the steak:
- In the same skillet, add the steak pieces. Season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until the steak reaches your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the garlic butter sauce:
- Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic.
- Combine steak and potatoes:
- Return the cooked potatoes and steak to the skillet, tossing them in the garlic butter sauce to coat evenly.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
