Garlic Butter Steak Bites

A quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender steak bites and cheesy noodles, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Steak Bites

1 pound beef steak (sirloin, ribeye, strip steak, or tenderloin) Cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil For searing steak
2 tablespoons butter Add at the end for flavor
3 cloves garlic Minced, add toward the end of cooking
to taste salt
to taste pepper

For the Cheesy Noodles

8 ounces medium pasta (shells, rotini, or egg noodles) Cook according to package instructions
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For stretch when melting
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese For flavor
2 tablespoons butter For tossing with noodles
to taste pasta water For adjusting sauce consistency

Method

Cook the Steak Bites

Heat olive oil in a skillet over high heat.
Pat steak pieces dry, season with salt and pepper, and add to the hot skillet.
Sear the steak bites until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes.
Reduce heat, add butter and minced garlic to the skillet, and stir to combine.
Once the steak is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set aside.

Prepare the Cheesy Noodles

In the same skillet, add cooked noodles with butter.
Stir in garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
Gradually add mozzarella and parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
If the sauce is too thick, splash in some reserved pasta water to loosen it.

Combine and Serve

Return the steak bites to the skillet, toss with the noodles to combine.
Adjust seasoning and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with a simple salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat gently on the stove or microwave.