Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with a Rich Parmesan Cream Sauce Recipe
These Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with a Rich Parmesan Cream Sauce are the perfect blend of juicy, seared steak cubes coated in a velvety garlic butter, topped with a decadent Parmesan cream sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this comforting dish is ideal for busy weeknights, easy to customize, and pairs perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Steak Bites
- 1 lb (450g) sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
For the Parmesan Cream Sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat
Instructions
- Prep the steak: Pat your steak cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
- Sear the steak bites: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak cubes in batches to prevent overcrowding. Sear each side for 2–3 minutes until nicely browned and caramelized. Remove the steak from the pan and set aside.
- Make the garlic butter: Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Melt the unsalted butter, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant for about 30 seconds. Return the steak cubes to the skillet, toss well to coat in the garlic butter, then remove from heat.
- Prepare the Parmesan cream sauce: In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté the finely minced garlic for 30 seconds. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and whisk continuously until the sauce is smooth and thickened, about 3–5 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Combine and serve: Pour the creamy Parmesan sauce over the garlic butter steak bites or serve it on the side. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Enjoy immediately with your choice of pasta, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating Tips: Warm gently on the stovetop with a splash of cream or milk to loosen the sauce and prevent curdling.
- Variations: Add sautéed mushrooms for extra umami, mix in spinach or kale for greens, or sprinkle crispy bacon bits on top for added crunch and flavor.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese to avoid clumpy sauce; pre-shredded cheese does not melt as well.
- This recipe can be easily customized by swapping steak for chicken, shrimp, or tofu for different dietary preferences.
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