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Why You’ll Obsess Over This RecipeIngredients You’ll NeedStep-by-Step Cooking InstructionsChef Sarah’s Golden Tips for SuccessFlavor Variations & Dietary SubstitutionsMake-Ahead, Storage & Reheating InstructionsFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)What cut of steak works best for sheet pans?Can I use sweet potatoes?Can I meal prep this?
Enjoy tender, caramelized steak and crispy golden roasted potatoes without dirtying multiple pots! This Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Butter Steak and Crispy Garlic Potatoes combines golden crispy baby red potatoes with succulent cubes of sirloin steak tossed in melted garlic herb butter and fresh lemon zest, all baked on a single sheet pan.
Why You’ll Obsess Over This Recipe
- Complete Meal on One Pan: Hearty protein and roasted crispy potato side all baked together for the easiest cleanup.
- Crispy Golden Potatoes: Pre-roasting the potatoes ensures they achieve crisp, craggy golden skins before the steak is added.
- Garlic Herb Butter Basting: Rich melted butter infused with garlic, rosemary, and thyme coats every bite.
- Under 40 Minutes: Perfect for high-protein weeknight dining or stress-free meal prep.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1.5 lbs top sirloin steak or New York strip, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1.5 lbs baby gold or red potatoes, halved (or quartered if large)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt and 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Zest and juice of 1 fresh lemon
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat Oven & Sheet Pan: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place an empty large rimmed baking sheet in the oven while preheating (hot sheet pan ensures crispier potatoes).
- Season & Roast Potatoes: In a bowl, toss halved baby potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ tsp pepper, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Carefully remove the hot sheet pan from oven, spread potatoes cut-side down, and roast for 20 minutes until tender and golden brown.
- Season Steak Cubes: While potatoes roast, pat steak cubes dry. Toss in a bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, ½ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp salt, and ½ tsp pepper.
- Make Garlic Herb Butter: In a small bowl, whisk melted butter, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Add Steak to Sheet Pan: Push roasted potatoes to one side of the sheet pan. Scatter seasoned steak cubes in a single layer on the other side. Drizzle half of the garlic herb butter over the steak and potatoes.
- Broil to Perfection: Switch oven to BROIL on HIGH. Broil for 4–5 minutes until steak develops a browned exterior and reaches medium-rare/medium tenderness. Drizzle remaining garlic herb butter over everything, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
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Chef Sarah’s Golden Tips for Success
- Preheating the baking sheet creates an immediate sizzle that guarantees golden crispy potato crusts.
- Cutting potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces ensures they roast through in 20 minutes.
- Do not overcook steak cubes under the broiler—4 to 5 minutes at high heat produces tender steak with juicy pink centers.
- Top with fresh lemon juice and zest right before serving to cut through the rich garlic butter.
Flavor Variations & Dietary Substitutions
Add fresh green beans or asparagus spears to the sheet pan during the last 5 minutes of roasting with the steak.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on a baking sheet at 375°F for 6–8 minutes to re-crisp potatoes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What cut of steak works best for sheet pans?
Top sirloin is economical, juicy, and tender. Ribeye or strip steak will deliver even richer marbling.
Can I use sweet potatoes?
Yes! Dice sweet potatoes into ½-inch cubes and roast for 18–20 minutes before adding the steak.
Can I meal prep this?
Yes, this is an elite high-protein meal prep recipe that stays delicious and satisfying all week.
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