Looking for a hearty and flavorful dinner but short on time and dishes? Look no further than this Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak Bites & Potatoes recipe! This skillet wonder is packed with juicy steak bites and tender potatoes, all cooked to perfection in a single pan. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll have a restaurant-worthy meal on the table in under an hour.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend dinner. It’s also easily customizable to your preferences – add your favorite vegetables, swap the steak for another cut of meat, or get creative with the seasonings. So ditch the takeout menus and impress your family and friends with this quick and easy one-pan wonder!
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Why You’ll Want to Make Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak Bites & Potatoes
- Weeknight Friendly: Short on prep time and cleanup? This recipe comes to the rescue! Everything cooks together in a single pan, minimizing prep and leaving you with minimal dishes to wash.
- Flavorful and Fuss-Free: Don’t be fooled by the simplicity—this dish delivers big on taste. Juicy steak bites and tender potatoes are infused with delicious flavors from herbs and spices, creating a satisfying and crowd-pleasing meal.
- One-Pan Wonder: Say goodbye to juggling multiple pots and pans! This recipe keeps things neat and organized, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your meal.
- Customizable Canvas: Feeling adventurous? This recipe is easily adaptable to your preferences. Swap out the seasonings, add your favorite vegetables, or use different cuts of steak to create a unique dish every time.
Ingredients- Here’s What You’ll Need
- Sirloin Tip Steak: Cut into bite-sized pieces; it cooks relatively quickly. Just be sure to slice it against the grain for maximum tenderness.
- Yukon Gold Potatoes: Known for their creamy flesh and slightly waxy skin, this combination makes them wonderfully tender on the inside while crisping up beautifully on the outside.
- Unsalted Butter and Olive Oil: Using a combination, you get beautiful browning and caramelization from the olive oil without the risk of burning the butter’s flavor contribution.
- Garlic Powder: Don’t be tempted to use fresh garlic! It will burn!! The first time I made this, I used fresh garlic, and it was a burnt mess. Garlic powder offers a garlicky flavor without the burn.
- Herbs & Spices: Dried Oregano, Dried Rosemary, Dried Thyme, Kosher Salt, and Freshly Ground Black Pepper.
Steps to Make Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak Bites & Potatoes
- Place a large skillet, with a lid, over medium-high heat and add two tablespoons of butter and olive oil. I used my 5 qt. Le Creuset Signature Braiser, which is one of my favorite pans to cook with.
Cut the potatoes in half or quarters, depending on their size. You want them to be about the same size as the steak pieces.
- Once the butter has melted and is slightly sizzling, add the cut potatoes, then stir to coat them in the butter and oil.
- Then, add the dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried thyme, garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and Kosher salt.
- Stir the potatoes to evenly coat them in the herbs and spices, trying to position as many as you can with the cut side down. Then place the lid on the pan and cook for about five minutes.
- Remove the lid and give the potatoes a good stir. Replace the lid and continue cooking, stirring every five minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender and golden brown. This should take about 20 minutes total. Remove the potatoes from the pan and place them in a bowl with an upturned plate on top to keep them warm, and set aside.
- Place the rest of the butter in the pan. Once it has melted, add the steak bites, and stir to coat in the hot butter. Let the steak bites cook in a single layer for 3 minutes without stirring.
- Give the steak bites a stir, and continue cooking, giving them a stir every 2-3 minutes, for a total cooking time of about 6-8 minutes, or until your preferred doneness. But be careful not to over cook the steak, it will become tough.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Add the potatoes and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, and stir to combine everything.
- Then, top with another sprinkle of parsley and serve with your favorite vegetables and some rolls fresh from the oven. Enjoy!
This Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak Bites & Potatoes recipe is your weeknight dinnertime hero! It’s packed with flavor, easy on the cleanup, and endlessly customizable. Get ready to impress your family with a delicious, restaurant-worthy meal prepared in under an hour.
So, fire up your stove, grab your favorite cut of steak and some baby Yukon Gold potatoes, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and hassle-free meal that everyone will love! For a truly delicious and hassle-free meal, give this Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak & Potatoes a try tonight!
Frequently Asked Questions
Great options include sirloin, flank steak, skirt steak, or even ribeye for a more decadent choice. Consider factors like budget, cooking time, and desired flavor profile when selecting your cut.
Overcooking is the culprit for tough steak. Remove the steak from the heat a few degrees before your desired final temperature, as it will continue to cook slightly while resting. Slicing against the grain when cubing is also important for maximum tenderness.
Absolutely! This recipe is a great base for customization. Bell peppers, broccoli florets, mushrooms, asparagus, or even chopped carrots would all be delicious additions.
I don’t recommend it! The first time I made this I used freshly minced garlic and by the time the potatoes were done, the garlic had burned so badly it was such a huge mess that I ended up throwing out.
Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Temperature Matters: Take your meat out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to bring it to room temperature. This ensures even cooking throughout.
- Pat it Dry: Excess moisture on the steak surface hinders browning. Pat your steaks dry with paper towels before cutting them into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut Matters: Cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces for uniform cooking. Aim for wedges or bite-sized pieces. The potatoes should be about the same size as the steak bites.
- Leftover Love: Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Be aware that the steak might dry out slightly upon reheating.
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Quick and Easy One-Pan Steak Bites & Potatoes
Equipment
- Large Skillet with a Lid
Ingredients
- 4 tbs Unsalted Butter divided
- 2 tbs Olive Oil
- 1 ½ lbs Baby Yukon Gold Potatoes, cut into halves or quarters
- ½ tsp Dried Oregano
- ½ tsp Dried Rosemary
- ½ tsp Dried Thyme
- ½ tsp Garlic Powder
- ½ tsp Kosher Salt
- ½ tsp Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1 ½ lbs Sirloin Steak, cut into 1-inch chunks
Instructions
- Place a large skillet, with a lid, over medium-high heat and add two tablespoons of butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted and is slightly sizzling, add the cut potatoes. Then, stir the potatoes to coat them in the butter and oil.
- Then add the dried oregano, dried rosemary, dried thyme, garlic powder, freshly ground black pepper, and kosher salt. Then, stir the potatoes to evenly coat them in the herbs and spices, trying to position as many as you can with the cut side down. Then, place the lid on the pan and cook for about five minutes.
- Remove the lid and give the potatoes a good stir. Replace the lid and continue cooking, stirring every five minutes, until the potatoes are fork tender and golden brown. This should take about 20 minutes total. Remove the potatoes from the pan and place them in a bowl with an upturned plate on top, to keep them warm, and set aside.
- Place the rest of the butter in the pan. Once it has melted, add the steak bites, and stir to coat in the hot butter. Let the steak bites cook in a single layer for 3 minutes, without stirring.
- Give the steak bites a stir, and continue cooking, giving them a stir every 2-3 minutes, for a total cooking time of about 6-8 minutes, or until your preferred doneness. But be careful not to over cook the steak bites, they will become tough.
- Remove the pan from the heat, add the potatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, then stir to combine everything. Top with another sprinkle of parsley before serving.
- Yield 4 servings
Anonymous says
Yummy.