Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

simple, hearty recipe

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 15m
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (25 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

620
calories
31g
fat
40g
carbohydrates
45g
protein
138mg
cholesterol
226mg
sodium
Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

Recipe Description

Upgrade your favorite steak dinner with this easy and delicious Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet recipe! Packed with flavor, your family won’t believe this hearty dinner took only 15 minutes to make, including the prep time. Peppery, herby, garlicky, spicy, and buttery, this dish will hit the spot on cold winter nights. Plus, it all comes together in just one skillet.  

Start by marinating the steak strips using soy sauce, olive oil, hot sauce, and black pepper. So you have your steak marinating. The next step is to cook potato wedges. Cook the potatoes until fork-tender and golden. Once cooked, remove from the pan to a plate. Next, cook the steak in the same skillet with the remaining butter, garlic, fresh herbs, and chili pepper. Be sure to adjust the level of chili to your liking. Finally, return the potatoes to the skillet and allow to heat through. Serve immediately garnished with herbs and more chili if you wish. Enjoy!

To make the Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet recipe, you will need the following ingredients:

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Marinate steak

    10 min
    Step 1 - Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

    In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ pounds steak strips with soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon hot sauce, and fresh cracked black pepper to taste. Set aside while you cook the potatoes.

  2. 2

    Cook potatoes

    10 min
    Step 2 - Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter. Once the butter is melted, add the potato wedges. Cook for about 4 minutes, then stir and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the potato wedges are fork-tender and golden. Remove from the heat and transfer to a plate. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook steak

    2 min
    Step 3 - Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

    To the same skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, 5 minced cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano, and crushed red chili pepper flakes to taste if using. Arrange the steak strips in one layer in the skillet. Keep the drained steak marinade. Cook the steak strips on each side for 1 minute until browned. Adjust timings depending on how you like your steak cooked.

  4. 4

    Return potatoes to skillet

    2 min
    Step 4 - Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

    Just before the steak is done, stir in the reserved marinade if you wish and cook for another minute. Add the potato wedges back to the pan and let heat through. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Step 5 - Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

    Remove from the heat and serve garnished with more crushed chili pepper and fresh herbs. Enjoy!

This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is a simple yet so delicious one-skillet dish. Quick cook times and easy clean-up make this recipe a winner for busy weeknights. If you try this recipe, let us know! Please share it using the hashtag #cookmerecipes or by tagging @cookmerecipes on Instagram. We love seeing what you’ve made!

About the author

Jeff O'connor

Jeff is a 38-year-old bachelor who prefers not to waste his time on salads and light meals. He’s a true carnivore who knows how to enjoy food to the max! Jeff will tell you how to cook rich and filling meals from scratch, bringing some real meaty decadence to your kitchen. His recipes are sure to satisfy every meat lover!

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (25 reviews)
Zara
December 3, 2024
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I made this for my hubby on a cold night, and it was a hit! So quick and flavorful. The garlic butter was just perfect and the steak was tender. Thanks for sharing this amazing recipe!

Deb
December 1, 2024
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Superb! I made this for my family after a snowy day. They loved how easy it was, and the flavors were just right. A new favorite for our winter dinners!

Fiona Graves
November 26, 2024
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This recipe is fire! Made it for my girls' night and we all loved it. Super quick and absolutely delicious. I can't get over how easy it was! Totally a game changer.

Henry
November 16, 2024
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Delicious!

Sammy
July 19, 2024
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Loved this! Made it for my friends, they were amazed!

Lola
March 15, 2024
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This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is a total game changer! I made it for a cozy night in when it was freezing out, and it warmed me right up. Simple to make too!

Kevin Johnson
February 24, 2024
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I made this Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet last week. It was so easy to whip up after work. My kids loved it, especially with all the flavor. Perfect for busy nights!

Samantha
January 25, 2024
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I tried the Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet last night and it was exceptional! I was so proud serving it to my friends. It tasted like a gourmet meal but was super easy. The flavors just blended perfectly and made my kitchen smell amazing too.

Iris
November 19, 2023
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I tried the Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet last night. It was superb. I love how quickly it came together, perfect for my busy evenings after work. The flavours were amazing.

Olive71
November 16, 2023
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I made the Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet last weekend for my family and we loved it! It was so simple and came together quick. We enjoyed it on a chilly night, and it felt like a fancy dinner without all the fuss. Will make again!

Nina
October 20, 2023
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Yasss! This Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet is total fire! I whipped it up for dinner, and my hubby couldn't stop raving about it. Plus, it took just 15 mins! Perfect for those busy nights. So grateful for this recipe!

Ryan Smith
October 5, 2023
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Dude, this steak skillet is a game-changer! Whipped it up in a snap—so good!

Eddie
August 29, 2023
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Yummy! My wife and I made this together on a snowy evening, and it turned out better than we imagined.

Diane Smith
July 27, 2023
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Superb! I made this for my friends on a chilly night, and they couldn't believe how quick I prepared it! The garlic butter flavor was simply amazing. It was like a cozy hug on a plate. I'll definitely be adding this to my regular dinners!

Alex
July 2, 2023
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Simply delicious meals!

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