Ingredients
Method
Creating a delicious Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is straightforward if you follow these clear steps
- Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces and halve the baby potatoes.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Once melted, add the halved potatoes, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Cook until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender, leaving them slightly crispy.
- Remove the cooked potatoes from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. When melted and bubbling, add the steak pieces.
- Immediately season with salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Sear the steak for 3-4 minutes, or until desired doneness.
- In the last minute of cooking the steak, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté quickly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the cooked potatoes back into the skillet. Toss gently to combine and coat the potatoes in the garlic butter.
- Cook everything together for another minute to thoroughly reheat the potatoes.
- Remove from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
Notes
Ingredient Swap: I often use Yukon Gold potatoes when I don't have baby potatoes on hand, they cut and crisp up wonderfully in the skillet.
Storage Tip: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but any leftovers will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to two days.
Reheat gently in a pan to restore the texture.
Make-
Ahead Trick: You can halve the potatoes and cut the steak ahead of time, storing them separately in the fridge.
This makes the actual cooking process incredibly fast and easy.
Common Mistake: My biggest lesson was not getting the skillet hot enough before adding the steak.
A properly hot pan is crucial for that perfect sear and to prevent the meat from steaming.
Serving Suggestion: I love to finish this with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice right at the end.
It cuts through the richness of the butter beautifully.
Equipment Note: If you don't have a large enough skillet, you can cook the potatoes and steak in batches.
Just be sure to wipe the pan clean between batches to avoid burnt bits.