Garlic Butter Steak Bites with a Rich Parmesan Cream Sauce
Tender steak bites in a luscious garlic butter and Parmesan cream sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds sirloin steak (cut into 1-inch bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (divided)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Steak: In a bowl, combine the cubed steak with kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Sear the Steak: Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak bites in batches, cooking for about 3 minutes per side until nicely browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and melt it over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in the beef broth and scrape the bottom of the skillet to release any flavorful bits. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add Cheese and Steak: Off the heat, whisk in the grated Parmesan until smooth. Return the cooked steak bites to the skillet and coat them well in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Finally, sprinkle the chopped parsley and optional red pepper flakes over the top before serving for a fresh finish.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan while searing the steak for the best crust. Use freshly minced garlic for optimal flavor.