Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet - One-Pan

You know those nights when you want a real dinner but don't want a sink full of dishes? This steak strips and potatoes skillet is that dinner. Everything cooks in one pan, and the garlic butter ties it all together.

The steak comes out tender, the potatoes get crispy edges, and the whole thing smells like a steakhouse. It's simple enough for a Tuesday, but good enough for company.

I've kept the ingredient list short and used things you probably already have. No fancy cuts of meat, no special equipment. Just a hot skillet and a little patience.

About the Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs (680g) sirloin steak, thinly sliced

Sirloin works great, but flank steak or ribeye also do. Slice against the grain for tenderness.

1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved

Baby potatoes are quick and easy. If you only have larger potatoes, cut them into 1-inch chunks.

4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter, divided

You'll use half for the potatoes and half for the steak. Salted butter works too, just ease up on the added salt.

4 cloves garlic, minced

Fresh garlic is best. In a pinch, use 1 teaspoon garlic powder, but the flavor won't be as bright.

1 tbsp olive oil

Helps the potatoes brown without burning the butter. Any neutral oil works.

1 tsp paprika

Adds a subtle smoky flavor and a nice color. Smoked paprika is even better.

1/2 tsp salt

Adjust to taste. You can use kosher or sea salt.

1/4 tsp black pepper

Freshly ground is best, but pre-ground works.

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

For garnish. Dried parsley works if that's what you have, but fresh adds a nice pop.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the ingredients

Slice the steak into thin strips against the grain. Halve the baby potatoes. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.

2. Cook the potatoes

Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fork-tender. Transfer to a plate.

3. Sear the steak

Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted and sizzling, add the steak strips in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned but still pink in the center. Don't overcook; it will finish cooking when you add it back.

4. Add garlic

Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

5. Combine and finish

Return the potatoes to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the steak finish cooking to your liking.

6. Garnish and serve

Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot straight from the skillet.

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Delicious Variations

• Add a splash of beef broth or red wine after the steak is done, and scrape up the browned bits for a quick pan sauce.
• Throw in some sliced mushrooms or bell peppers along with the potatoes for extra veggies.
• For a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you try this steak and potatoes skillet, let me know how it turns out. I'd love to hear about your weeknight dinner win. Happy cooking, Emily

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This one-pan steak strips and potatoes skillet is easy, buttery, and ready in 50 minutes. A perfect weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

15 minPrep time35 minCook time4Servings485 kcalCalories

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🧂 Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs (680g) sirloin steak, thinly sliced
• 1 lb (450g) baby potatoes, halved
• 4 tbsp (60g) unsalted butter, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

📋 Instructions

1. 1Prep the ingredients — Slice the steak into thin strips against the grain. Halve the baby potatoes. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
2. 2Cook the potatoes — Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the potatoes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fork-tender. Transfer to a plate.
3. 3Sear the steak — Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted and sizzling, add the steak strips in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until browned but still pink in the center. Don't overcook; it will finish cooking when you add it back.
4. 4Add garlic — Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
5. 5Combine and finish — Return the potatoes to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld and the steak finish cooking to your liking.
6. 6Garnish and serve — Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot straight from the skillet.

👨🍳 Chef's Note: The key to this dish is letting the potatoes cook fully before you add the steak. Patience gives you crispy edges and tender centers.

Servings: 4

Cuisine: American

Course: Dinner

Simple RecipesCooker15 minutes35 minutes50 minutes

Nutrition (per serving): 485 kcal · 35g protein · 25g carbs · 28g fat