Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Garlic Butter Steak Bites are seared until perfectly golden, drenched in rich, garlicky butter, and usually gone before they ever make it to a serving plate. Juicy, tender pieces of steak cook quickly over high heat, creating a flavorful crust that locks in all that savory goodness.

This is the kind of recipe that disappears almost as fast as it’s made. Bite-sized steak pieces are cooked hot and fast, then finished with melted butter and plenty of garlic for bold, irresistible flavor. The result is indulgent, satisfying, and dangerously easy to snack on straight from the pan.

One of the biggest reasons this dish is such a favorite is how fast it comes together. From start to finish, it takes about 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when something hearty is needed without a lot of effort. Despite the quick cooking time, the flavor feels anything but rushed.

These steak bites are also incredibly versatile. They work beautifully as a simple dinner served with potatoes or vegetables, but they’re just as good as a party appetizer with toothpicks for easy grabbing. Even as a late-night snack, they hit the spot with minimal cleanup involved.

Because the pieces are small and cook so quickly, it’s easy to make a double batch—and honestly, that’s often the smart move. Leftovers tend to be rare, especially once that garlic butter hits the pan and fills the kitchen with its unmistakable aroma.

Rich, savory, and endlessly craveable, Garlic Butter Steak Bites are one of those recipes that earn a permanent place in the rotation. Simple ingredients, fast cooking, and big flavor make this dish a guaranteed crowd-pleaser every single time.

Garlic Butter Steak Bites

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Garlic Butter Steak Bites are the ultimate quick and flavorful dinner or appetizer, featuring juicy pieces of steak seared until golden brown and then tossed in a rich, garlicky butter sauce. The sizzling hot pan locks in all the flavors, creating tender, melt-in-your-mouth bites that are impossible to resist.

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1½ pound sirloin steak (cut into bite size pieces, or strip loin, tenderloin, strip steak or rib eye)
• ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
• 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh, chopped)

Instructions

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Notes

• Pat the steak dry before cooking, no moisture = better crust.
• Use a hot pan and don’t stir too soon, let it sear.
• Garlic goes in after the steak to avoid burning.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan, cook in batches if needed.
• Red pepper flakes are optional, but they give a nice little kick.

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