Description
Juicy, seared steak bites smothered in a rich garlic butter and Parmesan cream sauce. This quick and luxurious dish delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes — perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
Ingredients
- Sirloin Steak: 1½ pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon each
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Unsalted Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Parmesan Cheese: ¾ cup, freshly grated
- Chicken Broth: ½ cup
- Fresh Parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Lemon Juice: 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Combine Ingredients: Pat steak bites dry, then toss with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the hot skillet.
- Assemble the Dish: Add steak in a single layer and sear for 2 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Cook to Perfection: In the same pan, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then pour in broth and cream. Whisk in Parmesan until smooth.
- Finishing Touches: Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Return steak to pan and toss to coat in sauce.
- Serve and Enjoy: Spoon steak and sauce over mashed potatoes or pasta.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best melt and flavor.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan—sear steak bites in batches if needed.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a gentle kick.
- Reheat leftovers slowly to maintain the sauce’s creaminess.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: garlic butter steak bites, parmesan cream sauce, quick dinner, steak recipes, creamy steak skillet