Description

Craving a fast, flavorful dinner that feels like comfort food but cooks in under 30 minutes? These Air Fryer Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes are a game-changer. With juicy, perfectly-seared steak and crispy, golden potatoes all tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce, it’s the kind of dish that turns a weeknight meal into a crave-worthy favorite. Whether you’re after quick dinner ideas, an easy recipe for guests, or just a healthy snack-style main with high protein and satisfying texture — this one hits all the marks.

Ingredients

1 pound sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

3 medium Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and diced

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and black pepper, to taste

4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

4 cloves garlic, finely minced

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Extra chopped parsley (for garnish)

Grated parmesan (optional)

Instructions

1. Peel and dice the potatoes into even-sized chunks. Parboil for 5 minutes if desired, then drain and dry well.

2. Toss potatoes in 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

3. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes. Add potatoes in a single layer and cook for 10–12 minutes, shaking halfway.

4. Pat steak dry and season with salt, pepper, and 1 tbsp olive oil. Let rest at room temp.

5. Melt butter and stir in garlic, parsley, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.

6. Add steak to the air fryer basket with the potatoes. Cook together at 400°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping steak bites halfway.

7. Remove and place everything into a bowl. Pour garlic butter over and toss gently to coat.

8. Garnish with extra parsley and parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Parboiling the potatoes gives you that extra crispy texture while keeping the insides tender.

Letting the steak sit at room temperature ensures it cooks evenly and stays juicy.

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches if necessary for the best crispiness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Dinner / Main
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
Calories: 420
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 390mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: air fryer, garlic butter, steak bites, easy dinner, quick recipe, steak and potatoes