Experience the ultimate comfort meal with these juicy garlic butter steak bites paired with golden, cheesy smashed potatoes. This recipe is packed with flavor, quick to make, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or impressing guests. The tender steak bites coated in garlicky butter complement the crispy, cheesy potatoes perfectly, making every bite irresistible.

Ingredients

For the Garlic Butter Steak Bites:

Ingredient	Quantity
Steak (sirloin, ribeye, or tenderloin), cut into bite-sized pieces	1 lb
Butter	3 tablespoons
Garlic, minced	3 cloves
Olive oil	1 tablespoon
Salt	To taste
Black pepper	To taste
Fresh parsley, chopped	For garnish

For the Cheesy Smashed Potatoes:

Ingredient	Quantity
Baby potatoes	1 lb
Olive oil	2 tablespoons
Shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)	1/2 cup
Garlic, minced	2 cloves
Butter, melted	2 tablespoons
Fresh parsley or chives, chopped	For garnish
Salt	To taste
Black pepper	To taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Cheesy Smashed Potatoes:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain well and place them on a greased baking sheet. Gently smash each potato with a fork or the back of a spoon. Drizzle with olive oil, melted butter, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the potatoes and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.

2. Cook the Garlic Butter Steak Bites:
While the potatoes are roasting, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steak bites with salt and black pepper. Sear the steak for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked to your desired doneness. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, then return the steak bites to the pan and toss them in the garlic butter. Garnish with fresh parsley.

3. Serve:
Plate the garlic butter steak bites alongside the cheesy smashed potatoes. Drizzle any extra garlic butter over the steak for an added punch of flavor and serve immediately for a restaurant-style meal at home.

Tips for Success

• Use small, evenly sized baby potatoes for consistent cooking and crispiness.
• Adjust the steak cooking time based on your preferred level of doneness.
• For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika or chili flakes to the potatoes before roasting.
• Let the steak rest for a few minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy weeknight dinner that feels gourmet.
• Juicy, flavorful steak bites paired with crispy, cheesy potatoes.
• Perfect for entertaining or treating yourself to a restaurant-style meal at home