Garlic Butter Steak Bites with a Rich Parmesan Cream Sauce
A delicious and easy dish featuring tender steak, garlic, and a creamy Parmesan sauce, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Steak and Seasoning
- 1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized cubes Use tender cuts for best results.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced Additional garlic is used in sauce.
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to preference.
- Optional chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Parmesan Cream Sauce
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter For making the sauce.
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Use high-quality cheese for best flavor.
- to taste Salt and black pepper Adjust according to preference.
- Optional pinch of red pepper flakes For a bit of heat.
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat your steak cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
Searing Steak
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak in batches, searing for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove from pan and set aside.
Making Garlic Butter
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Melt butter, then add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add steak back in and toss to coat.
Preparing Parmesan Cream Sauce
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream, bring to a simmer, and stir in Parmesan until smooth.
Serving
- Pour the sauce over the steak bites or serve on the side. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
These steak bites are great served over mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, rice, or pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.