Description
Craving a fast and flavorful dinner that feels like a steakhouse treat? These Garlic Butter Steak Bites are juicy, tender, and smothered in rich garlic butter sauce — ready in under 30 minutes! Perfect for quick dinners, party appetizers, or protein-packed meal prep, this easy recipe delivers bold flavor with minimal ingredients. Whether you’re looking for weeknight dinner ideas, high-protein meals, or one-pan easy recipes, these sizzling steak bites check all the boxes.
Ingredients
1.5 pounds sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Red pepper flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
1. Choose a tender steak cut like sirloin or ribeye and cut into bite-sized cubes. Let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
2. Pat the steak cubes dry, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
3. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Sear steak in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, and set aside.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet, followed by minced garlic and sliced onions. Sauté 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add fresh herbs if using. Return steak to the pan and toss to coat with garlic butter sauce.
6. Cook 1–2 more minutes to heat through, then garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes. Serve immediately.
Notes
Letting the steak come to room temperature before cooking ensures even searing.
Avoid overcrowding the skillet to get a proper sear and not steam the meat.
Add garlic and butter at the end to avoid burning and get rich, aromatic flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: garlic butter steak, steak bites, easy dinner, high-protein meal, skillet recipe