Name: Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Bites Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds ribeye or NY strip steak, cut into 1-inch cubes; Vegetable or olive oil, for the steak; 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika; ¾ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon Kosher salt; ½ teaspoon ground black pepper; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more as needed); ½ small shallot, finely minced; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup heavy cream; ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese; ½ tablespoon chopped Italian parsley (plus more for garnish); Red Skin Mashed Potatoes (or your favorite mashed potatoes) for serving

Ingredients

Red Skin Mashed Potatoes (or your favorite mashed potatoes, for serving)

1 ½ pounds ribeye or NY strip steak, cut into 1-inch cubes

Vegetable or olive oil, for the steak

1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika

¾ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon onion powder

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon Kosher salt

½ teaspoon ground black pepper

4 tablespoons unsalted butter (plus more as needed)

½ small shallot, finely minced

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup heavy cream

⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

½ tablespoon chopped Italian parsley (plus more for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the red skin mashed potatoes according to your favorite recipe or the linked directions, and set aside for serving.

Step 2: Toss the steak cubes with a few drizzles of oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, Kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Allow the steak to sit for 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 3: Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Add a few drizzles of oil, then sear the seasoned steak cubes for about 2 minutes or longer on each side, depending on your preferred doneness. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.

Step 4: Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the pan cool slightly. Melt the unsalted butter in the pan, then add the minced garlic and shallots. Sauté just for a few seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 5: Return the steak bites to the pan and toss to combine with the garlic butter. Then transfer the steak to a bowl along with half of the garlic butter from the pan, leaving the rest in the pan to make the sauce.

Step 6: To the same pan, stir in the heavy cream and bring it to a low simmer for a few seconds. Turn off the heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add the chopped Italian parsley.

Step 7: Serve the garlic butter steak bites over the prepared mashed potatoes and spoon the creamy sauce on top. Garnish with extra parsley, and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, let the steak cubes marinate in the spices and oil for up to an hour before cooking.

You can substitute ribeye or NY strip with sirloin or filet mignon for different textures and price points.

Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce for a subtle kick.

Use fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary instead of parsley for a different aroma.

Storage

Store leftover steak bites and sauce together in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to prevent the cream sauce from separating. The mashed potatoes can be stored separately and reheated in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of milk or cream.

FAQs

Can I use frozen steak for this recipe?

It’s best to use fresh steak for the most tender and flavorful bites. If using frozen steak, thaw it completely and pat dry before seasoning and cooking to avoid excess moisture.