No-bake recipes are a must on a hot summer day. You’ll find this cheesy steak and potato skillet to fit the bill as a hearty and delicious stovetop recipe.
I’ll be honest. I’ve been making some variation of this meal for years and sharing it with you now, I realize it doesn’t have a name. I’ve always called it a steak and potato skillet, but it’s more of a no-bake steak casserole made in a skillet.
So call it what you want, but by looking at the pictures, let’s just say it is several pounds of cheesy, beefy, savory goodness.
And while this recipe is best with beef, if you are more of a chicken lover, try this southwest casserole, one-pan Mexican dish, or a 7-layer taco skillet.
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Why you will love this recipe
- Easy Cleanup: This one-pan wonder means minimal dishes and a breeze to clean up after dinner. Spend less time scrubbing and more time enjoying!
- Perfect for Weeknights: Short on time but still crave a delicious home-cooked meal? This skillet delivers big flavor in a short timeframe, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
- Family-Friendly Favorite: This dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! My kids love this as much as my husband and I do!
Recipe Ingredients
- Beef Sirloin: These lean cuts of beef cook quickly and pair perfectly with the other flavors in the skillet. If you prefer a different cut, I have used tri tip steak, flank steak, and skirt steak as alternatives!
- Butter & Coconut Oil: We’ll be using butter to sear our steaks, while the coconut oil will help keep the potatoes from sticking to the bottom of our skillet!
- Russet Potatoes: Russet potatoes are perfect for this recipe because they become nice and crispy on the outside while staying fluffy on the inside. You can also try using Yukon Gold potatoes for a slightly creamier texture.
- Yellow Onion: Yellow onion adds a touch of sweetness and depth to the dish. Shallots are a fantastic substitute for a milder onion flavor.
- Black Olives: Feel free to use your favorite kind of olive!
- Green Onions: A sprinkle of green onions at the end adds a fresh and vibrant finish.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: Cheddar cheese is a classic pairing for steak and potatoes. You can use a different type of cheese if you prefer, like monterey jack or pepper jack. Â
- Fresh Garlic: Freshly minced garlic adds tons of flavor to the dish. Pre-minced garlic can be used in a pinch, but fresh is definitely best!
- Spices: We’ll use a simple blend of salt, pepper, and a touch of paprika and cumin.
Steak and potato skillet recipe
Step 1: Dice the steaks into 1-inch cubes and sear them in a large skillet over medium-high heat with salt, pepper, and garlic until they develop a crispy exterior and are cooked to your desired doneness. Remove steaks to a plate.
Step 2: Without cleaning the skillet, add in coconut oil, potatoes, and chopped yellow onion—season with salt, paprika, and cumin. Cook potatoes until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Step 3: When the potatoes are done, add them to the casserole dish with the steak (or leave them in the skillet). Stir in olives and green onions and top with cheese.
Step 4: If desired, transfer to a preheated 350°F oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Other than that, once the cheese is melted, it is ready to serve with your favorite side, such as these fried zucchini fritters!
Expert tips
- Choose a high-quality steak. The cut so much is not as important as where the meat came from. Whenever possible, try to find a local meat source.
- Add in frozen veggies such as broccoli, peas, or green beans.
- Use a well-seasoned skillet to ensure the potatoes do not stick.
- Use plenty of cheese; the more, the better!
Serving suggestions
Try these homemade parmesan brussel sprouts or roasted, cheesy bacon squash. Of course, you’ll need some bread to go with all that extra melted butter, which is why you will want to have one of these homemade artisan bread loaves on hand.
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Steak and Potato Skillet
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 beef sirloins chopped into 1 in cubes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil or similar cooking oil
- 6-7 medium-size potatoes diced
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 1/8 cup black olives
- Green onions
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Sea salt pepper, paprika and cumin
Instructions
- Heat a large, 12" skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the butter and allow it to melt fully.
- Add the steaks to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes. This is for medium rare; adjust the cook time for your desired doneness. Add the garlic while the steak is cooking and season with salt and pepper. (teaspoon each of salt and pepper)
- After the steaks have cooked, remove them from the skillet to a casserole dish.
- Without cleaning the skillet, add in coconut oil, potatoes, and chopped yellow onion—season with salt, paprika, and cumin.
- Cook potatoes until crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
- When the potatoes are done, add them to the casserole dish with the steak. Stir in olives and green onions and top with cheese.
- Allow the cheese to melt before serving.
Notes
- Throw the casserole dish in the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese quickly.
- Choose a high-quality steak. The cut so much is not as important as where the meat came from. Whenever possible, try to find a local meat source.
- To prevent the potatoes from sticking to the bottom of the skillet, avoid stirring them until a crispy crust forms. Once a crust has formed, you can gently stir the potatoes to ensure even cooking.
- Feel free to use any kind of cheese you like.
- You can also add in frozen veggies such as broccoli, peas, or green beans. (just wait until the potatoes are cooked through first)