Description

Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Parmesan Cream Sauce is a decadent and flavorful dish featuring tender steak pieces seared to perfection and tossed in aromatic garlic butter. Served over creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes and smothered in a rich parmesan cream sauce with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and freshness from green onions, this recipe offers a comforting, restaurant-quality meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Steak and Seasoning

2 lbs steak (filet, ribeye, sirloin, etc.)
4-5 tablespoons avocado oil (higher smoke point than olive oil)
2 tablespoons smoked paprika (regular paprika works too)
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Garlic Butter and Sauce

5 tablespoons butter, divided
10 cloves garlic, minced and divided
1.5 cups heavy cream
2 green onions, diced (green and white parts)
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (less if desired)
2/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated/shredded/shaved

Mashed Potatoes

4 lbs russet potatoes
1 cup half and half (warmed)
6 tablespoons salted butter (melted)
3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (or mozzarella, pepper jack, etc.)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)

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Instructions

Prep the Ingredients: Cut the steak into 2-3 inch pieces. Rub them evenly with avocado oil, then season all sides with the blackened seasoning mix made from smoked paprika, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, thyme, and oregano. Let the steak rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to remove chill from the fridge while you prepare the potatoes.
Prepare Potatoes: Peel and quarter the russet potatoes. Soak them in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain, then place the potatoes in a pot of salted water and boil until tender when pierced with a fork.
Cook Steak Bites: Heat 2-3 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding. Let them sear undisturbed for about 2 minutes until golden brown, then flip once. Cook for another minute, reduce heat to low, and cook for an additional minute for perfect doneness. Remove steak and place in a bowl.
Make Garlic Butter and Toss Steak: In the same skillet, add 3 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon minced garlic. Sauté the garlic in butter until fragrant, then add the steak back in and toss to coat evenly. Cook for one more minute. Remove steak and place in a bowl, tented with foil to keep warm and moist.
Make Parmesan Cream Sauce: In the same pan with remaining butter and garlic from the steak, add 2 tablespoons of butter and the remaining minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant. Slowly whisk in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing the sauce to reduce and thicken for 3-5 minutes. Stir in red pepper flakes, diced green onions, and parmesan cheese. Whisk continuously until sauce thickens. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Finish Mashed Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add melted butter, warmed half and half, and mash until smooth but still creamy with some texture. Fold in the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Serve: Plate a generous scoop of the cheesy mashed potatoes, top with garlic butter steak bites, and spoon over the rich parmesan cream sauce. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Cajun steak bites tossed in garlic butter and served over cheesy mashed potatoes create a rich and comforting dish perfect for dinner.
Using avocado oil helps prevent burning due to its higher smoke point compared to olive oil.
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes according to your preferred spice level.
Allowing the steak to rest at room temperature before cooking improves even cooking and browning.
Cook the steak in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure a good sear.
The parmesan cream sauce can be made thicker or thinner by adjusting simmering time or cream quantity.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 recipe)
Calories: 710 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 670 mg
Fat: 52 g
Saturated Fat: 28 g
Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 27 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 38 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg