Description

Savor the rich and indulgent flavor of Creamy Garlic Butter Steak Bites with Mushrooms, a perfect dish featuring tender sirloin cubes seared to perfection and simmered in a luscious garlic butter cream sauce with fresh thyme, mushrooms, and Parmesan. Ideal as a hearty main or elegant appetizer, this recipe combines simplicity with gourmet taste in a quick and satisfying skillet meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Steak

1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (divided or more to taste)
1 ½ pounds sirloin steaks, cut into 1 ½ inch cubes (can substitute tenderloin, rib eye, or strip steak)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Sauce

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces mushrooms, quartered
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Garnish

2 tablespoons finely chopped chives

Instructions

Prepare the Steak: Pat the sirloin steaks dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Cut the steak into 1 ½ inch cubes and season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt evenly to enhance flavor.
Sear the Steak: Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat and add the extra virgin olive oil. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the steak cubes, making sure not to overcrowd the pan — cook in batches if needed. Sear for 4-5 minutes, flipping every minute until all sides are golden brown and a crust forms. Remove the steak bites to a plate and set aside.
Sauté the Mushrooms: Reduce the heat to medium-high and add the unsalted butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the quartered mushrooms, remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and fresh thyme. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and browned. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the Cream Sauce: Lower the heat to low and stir in the Dijon mustard, heavy cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well, allowing the sauce to combine and thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Combine Steak and Sauce: Return the seared steak bites to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them evenly in the creamy sauce. Allow everything to warm through and the sauce to thicken further for 3 to 4 minutes.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the finely chopped chives over the creamy garlic butter steak bites. Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as pasta, mashed potatoes, cauliflower mash, or rice. It also works wonderfully as an appetizer paired with toasted baguette slices.

Notes

To ensure a good sear, make sure the steak is dry before seasoning and cooking.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet; cook steak in batches if necessary to maintain high heat and proper browning.
Feel free to substitute sirloin with tenderloin, rib eye, or strip steak based on your preference and budget.
For a lower-calorie version, use half-and-half or a lighter cream instead of heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stove.
Pair this dish with a crisp white wine like Chardonnay or a light red such as Pinot Noir for an enhanced dining experience.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Searing and Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
Calories: 530 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 38 g
Saturated Fat: 18 g
Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
Trans Fat: 0.5 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 42 g
Cholesterol: 140 mg

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