Skillet Steak Bites & Crispy Potatoes
Tender garlic butter sirloin steak cubes seared over high heat with crispy golden potato cubes in a single skillet in 15 minutes.
- Cook temp
- 425°F
- 218°C · preheat
- Total time
- 15 min
- 5 prep · 10 cook · 2 rest
- Pull at
- 145°F
- USDA safe minimum
- Rest
- 2 min
- Before slicing
Skillet Garlic Butter Steak Bites And Potatoes | 30-Minute Dinner Recipe · Cooking With Claudy
Demonstrates crisping diced potatoes in a hot skillet, searing cubed steak bites, and tossing together in garlic butter.
- Target //Cook at High Heat (425°F / 218°C) for 10 mins.
- Doneness //Pull when internal temperature reaches 145°F (USDA safe minimum). Rest 2 mins before slicing.
- Golden Rule //Microwave the raw potato cubes for 3 minutes before hitting the pan. This hack turns a 30-minute potato roast into a 5-minute skillet crisp, letting you cook real steak and potatoes on a rushed Tuesday night.
- Family Tweak //Serve steak cubes and crispy potatoes with ketchup or honey barbecue for dipping.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbsTop Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 piecesYukon Gold Potatoes, diced into 3/4-inch cubes
- 2 tbspUnsalted Butter
- 2 tbspAvocado or Vegetable Oil
- 3 piecesGarlic Cloves, minced
- 1 tspFresh Rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tspKosher Salt
- 1/2 tspBlack Pepper
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Get to the point
- 1
Microwave 2 diced Yukon gold potatoes in a covered bowl for 3 minutes to par-cook.
- 2
Crisp potatoes in 1 tbsp oil in a hot skillet for 5 minutes; slide onto plate.
- 3
Add 1.5 lbs 1-inch sirloin cubes to the hot skillet; sear undisturbed 3 minutes.
- 4
Toss with 2 tbsp butter, minced garlic, and rosemary; return potatoes and toss 1 minute.
Step by step
Tap a step to cross it offPotato Par-Cook Shortcut & Meat Cubing
Dice 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes into 3/4-inch cubes. Place in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tbsp water, cover with paper towel, and microwave 3 minutes. Meanwhile, cut 1.5 lbs top sirloin steak into 1-inch cubes and season with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
WhyThe 3-minute microwave shortcut par-cooks the raw potato interior so they crisp in the skillet in under 5 minutes without burning.
High Heat Potato Golden Crust
5 minHeat 1 tbsp high-heat cooking oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over high heat. Add the drained potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes until crispy and golden on all sides. Transfer potatoes to a plate.
WhyLet potatoes sit flat against the hot metal for 2 minutes before stirring to build a deep crunch.
Hard Sirloin Sear
3 minAdd 1 tbsp oil to the smoking hot skillet. Drop steak cubes in a single layer with space between. Sear undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes until deeply caramelized.
WhyDo not stir constantly — high contact with the pan creates a savory steakhouse crust.
Garlic Butter Glaze & Potato Reunion
Add 2 tbsp butter, 3 cloves minced garlic, and 1 tsp chopped fresh rosemary. Flip steak cubes and baste with foaming butter for 1 minute. Return potatoes to pan, toss together for 60 seconds, and serve immediately.
WhyBasting with garlic butter at the very end prevents the garlic from burning while coating both steak and potatoes in rich savory glaze.
- Dad pro tip
- Microwave the raw potato cubes for 3 minutes before hitting the pan. This hack turns a 30-minute potato roast into a 5-minute skillet crisp, letting you cook real steak and potatoes on a rushed Tuesday night.
- Kid & toddler adjustment
- Serve steak cubes and crispy potatoes with ketchup or honey barbecue for dipping.
- Serve with
- Steamed green beans · Caesar salad · Garlic toast
- Reheating
- Reheat in a hot skillet for 2 minutes with a small dab of butter.
- Calories
- 420
- Protein
- 36 g
- Carbs
- 22 g
- Fat
- 20 g
Nutrition source: USDA FoodData Central #170208. Cook-time basis: 12-Inch Cast Iron / Stainless Skillet High Heat Test; USDA FSIS 145°F steak standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you reheat leftover skillet steak bites & crispy potatoes without ruining the texture?
Reheat in a hot skillet for 2 minutes with a small dab of butter.
What is the target internal temperature for this recipe?
Confirm internal core temperature reaches 145°F using an instant-read digital probe thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Allow the meat to rest for 2 minutes before slicing to let carryover heat equalize and lock in juices.
How do I adapt this meal for picky kids or toddlers?
Serve steak cubes and crispy potatoes with ketchup or honey barbecue for dipping.
What are the best side dishes to serve with this?
Recommended sides include Steamed green beans, Caesar salad, Garlic toast.