One-Pan Garlic Herb Steak (Printer Version)

Tender steak bites with garlic, butter, and herbs. Ready fast for a savory summer dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Steak & Marinade

01 - 1 1/2 pounds sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Aromatics & Herbs

06 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

→ Optional Garnish

10 - Lemon wedges for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine steak cubes with olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat and allow to marinate at room temperature for a minimum of 10 minutes.
02 - Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
03 - Arrange steak cubes in a single layer in the skillet, working in batches if needed to prevent overcrowding. Sear undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn with tongs and cook an additional 2 minutes until evenly browned and barely cooked through.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Push steak pieces to one side. Add unsalted butter and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir gently until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
05 - Toss steak bites in the buttery garlic mixture, then top with chopped parsley and thyme.
06 - Transfer steak bites to serving plates and garnish with lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Little bits of juicy steak get extra flavor from one easy marinade, so you never feel rushed.
  • The garlic herb butter makes each bite feel special, and cleanup is minimal since everything happens in one pan.
02 -
  • If you crowd the pan, steak bites steam instead of searing—learned this after a batch came out bland and gray.
  • Letting the marinade sit even ten minutes makes the difference between chewy and tender steak.
03 -
  • Let steak cubes dry on a paper towel before cooking for the best crust.
  • The right skillet makes all the difference; cast iron really amplifies those crispy edges.
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