{"id":527,"date":"2026-05-04T05:03:04","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T05:03:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=527"},"modified":"2026-05-04T05:03:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-04T05:03:05","slug":"garlic-butter-herb-steak-bites","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=527","title":{"rendered":"Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_6845.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_6845.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/IMG_6845-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <strong>Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites<\/strong> are juicy, tender, and packed with bold flavor. Perfectly seared steak cubes are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh herbs, creating a quick and satisfying meal ready in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This easy skillet recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, high-protein meals, or when you want a restaurant-style dish at home with minimal effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Prep Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cook Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">10 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total Time<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Servings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4 servings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the Steak Bites<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>1\u00bd lbs sirloin steak (or ribeye), cut into 1-inch cubes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp smoked paprika<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the Garlic Butter Sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 tbsp unsalted butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd tsp red pepper flakes (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1. Prepare the steak<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels to help achieve a good sear.<br>Place in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until evenly coated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2. Sear the steak<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.<br>Add the steak bites in a single layer (cook in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sear for about 2 minutes per side until browned and caramelized on the outside while remaining tender inside.<br>Remove from the skillet and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3. Make the garlic butter sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt.<br>Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir in thyme, rosemary, parsley, and red pepper flakes if using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4. Combine and finish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Return the steak bites to the skillet and toss well in the garlic butter sauce.<br>Cook for 1\u20132 minutes until everything is well coated and heated through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5. Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh parsley if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Serving Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pair with rice or cauliflower rice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add to salads or wraps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect as a quick dinner or protein-packed meal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tips<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not overcrowd the pan to get a perfect sear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a hot skillet for best results<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let steak rest slightly before serving for extra juiciness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ribeye gives more flavor, sirloin is leaner<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites are juicy, tender, and packed with bold flavor. Perfectly seared steak cubes are coated in a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh herbs, creating a quick and satisfying meal ready in minutes. This easy skillet recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, high-protein meals, or when you want a [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-527","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-family-dinner"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/527","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=527"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/527\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":529,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/527\/revisions\/529"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=527"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=527"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=527"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}