Juicy steak bites seared in garlic butter, paired with crisp green beans — all in one skillet.

This is the kind of dinner I wish I had known about years ago.

Because let’s be real — there were so many nights I stared into the fridge, feeling exhausted and already behind. I wanted to cook something healthy, but quick… and my brain was done. That’s when this recipe became a total game changer.

Garlic butter steak bites with green beans are bold, juicy, and ready in under 25 minutes. It’s a one-pan meal that doesn’t skimp on flavor — perfect for busy nights when you still want to eat real food.

And the best part? No oven. No long prep. Just sizzle, sear, and serve.

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 1 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, but adds flavor!)

• 12 oz green beans, trimmed

• 1 tbsp water

• Fresh parsley or chopped chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prep the steak: Pat steak pieces dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.

2. Sear the steak bites: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces in a single layer (don’t crowd the pan!) and sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove to a plate and set aside.

3. Cook the green beans: In the same skillet, add green beans and 1 tablespoon of water. Cover and let steam for 3–4 minutes, then uncover and cook until crisp-tender and slightly charred, about 3 more minutes.

4. Make the garlic butter: Push green beans to the side, reduce heat to medium, and add butter and garlic to the skillet. Stir until melted and fragrant, about 1 minute.

5. Bring it all together: Return steak bites to the skillet, toss everything to coat in the garlic butter, and cook for another 1–2 minutes until warmed through.

6. Serve hot: Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if using. Serve as is or with a side of mashed cauliflower, rice, or roasted potatoes.

Tips & Swaps

• Steak options: Sirloin works best, but ribeye or strip steak also work beautifully.

• Make it spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the garlic butter.

• Prep ahead: Cut steak and trim green beans the night before to make this dinner lightning fast.

• Dairy-free? Use ghee or plant-based butter for a similar richness.

Why You'll Love It

This dish is everything you want at the end of a long day: rich, savory flavor, crisp-tender veggies, and a satisfying plate you’ll feel good about. It’s fast. It’s nourishing. And it tastes like something you’d order at a steakhouse — without the price tag or the effort.

Nutrition (Per Serving – serves 4)

• Calories: 390

• Protein: 33g

• Carbs: 7g

• Fat: 25g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 3g