Tender Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes Skillet (Print Version)

Garlic Butter Beef Bites & Potatoes: Your new favorite skillet dinner! Juicy beef, tender potatoes & a rich garlic butter sauce. Quick, easy & so delicious.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American
Dietary: High Protein

# Ingredients:

→ Main Players

01 - 1.5 lbs sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 1.5 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered

→ Flavor Builders

03 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
04 - 6 cloves fresh garlic, minced
05 - 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
06 - 2 sprigs fresh thyme

→ Pantry Staples

07 - 2 tbsp olive oil
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Fresh Finishes

10 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those potatoes washed and cut. Halve the smaller ones, quarter the bigger ones, aiming for roughly even sizes so they cook at the same pace. Then, pat your beef dry with paper towels – this is crucial for a good sear, honestly! Cut it into neat 1-inch cubes. You want to see those beautiful edges get browned later. I remember rushing this once and ending up with some sad, grey beef. Don't be like me!
02 - Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in your biggest skillet over medium-high heat. Once it’s shimmering, toss in your potatoes. Give them a good stir, season with a pinch of salt and pepper, and let them cook, undisturbed, for about 8-10 minutes. You’re looking for a lovely golden-brown crust forming on one side. This is where patience comes in! I always try to peek too soon, but resist the urge. This initial roast is what makes them tender inside and crispy outside.
03 - Once the potatoes have their head start, push them to one side of the pan. Add another splash of olive oil to the empty side, crank the heat up to high. When it’s smoking slightly, add your beef bites in a single layer. Don't overcrowd the pan! This is super important for that amazing crust. Sear for 1-2 minutes per side until beautifully browned. The smell at this stage? Divine! I’ve definitely had the smoke alarm go off a time or two because I got a little too ambitious with the heat.
04 - Reduce the heat to medium. Add your butter, minced garlic, and fresh herbs (rosemary and thyme) to the pan, right into the middle where the beef and potatoes are mingling. Let the butter melt and the garlic become fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Swirl the pan to coat everything. You want that garlic to just soften and release its aroma, not burn! I once burnt the garlic and had to start over—ugh, what a smell. Keep an eye on it!
05 - Stir everything together gently, making sure those tender beef bites and potatoes are coated in that luscious sauce. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes, or until the beef reaches your desired doneness and the potatoes are fork-tender. If you like your beef medium-rare, pull it a bit sooner. I always taste a potato at this point to check for seasoning and tenderness. Sometimes it needs another little sprinkle of salt, you know?
06 - Once everything is perfectly cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. A final sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley really brightens up the dish and adds a pop of color. The finished dish should look glistening, smell incredible, and taste like pure comfort. I love serving it straight from the skillet to the table for that rustic, homey vibe. It’s always a winner, honestly.

# Notes:

01 - Always pat your beef super dry for the best sear; it makes a huge difference, I learned that the hard way!
02 - Leftovers are best reheated gently in a skillet, microwaving can make the beef tough and potatoes mushy.
03 - If you're out of fresh rosemary, a pinch of dried Italian seasoning can step in, but use less!
04 - Serve straight from the skillet for that rustic, 'straight-from-my-kitchen' feel.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan
02 - cutting board
03 - sharp knife
04 - tongs

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

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

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