Stick of Butter Steak and Rice: Easy One-Pan Dinner

Stick of butter steak and rice: steak bites, rice and beef broth simmered in one skillet with butter. Ready in 45 minutes.

By Tyla

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Total

45 min

Servings

4 servings

Ingredients


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Instructions

  1. 1

    Pat steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  2. 2

    Cut seasoned steak into 1-inch pieces.

  3. 3

    Finely chop onion and mince garlic.

  4. 4

    Melt 4 tablespoons butter in large skillet over medium-high heat.

  5. 5

    Add chopped onion and cook until softened, 3-5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  7. 7

    Push aromatics to one side, add steak pieces in single layer, and sear 2-3 minutes per side until browned.

  8. 8

    Remove browned steak and set aside.

  9. 9

    Deglaze pan with splash of beef broth, scraping up browned bits.

  10. 10

    Add remaining beef broth and bring to simmer.

  11. 11

    Stir in rice, steak to pan, and place remaining 4 tablespoons butter on top.

  12. 12

    Bring to gentle boil, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.

  13. 13

    Remove from heat and let rest covered for 5-10 minutes.

  14. 14

    Fluff rice gently with fork and stir to combine.

  15. 15

    Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.

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Notes

Tips for Success

  • Rich, decadent buttery sauce
  • Tender, juicy steak with fluffy rice
  • Minimal cleanup with one-pan cooking
  • Quick weeknight meal with gourmet flavors

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Overcrowding the pan so the steak steams instead of searing
  • Steak can become tough if overcooked
  • Rice can become mushy with too much liquid
  • Can be bland if not seasoned properly

Nutrition (per serving)

600-750 kcal

Calories