Description
This Honey Garlic Butter One-Skillet Steak and Rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish combining tender, juicy steak strips with perfectly cooked, buttery rice infused with honey and garlic. Everything is cooked in a single skillet, making it a convenient and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Steak and Rice
- 1 pound sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into bite-sized strips
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
- 2 cups low sodium beef broth
Butter and Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ medium onion, finely chopped
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Slice the steak into 1-inch bite-sized strips to ensure quick, even cooking. Mince the garlic and finely chop the onion for flavoring the rice.
- Brown the Steak: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steak strips in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned but not fully cooked through. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Remove the steak from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium. Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
- Toast the Rice: Stir the rinsed rice into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Toss to coat the rice in the butter and toast it lightly for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
- Add Liquid and Honey: Slowly pour in 2 cups of beef broth and add 2 tablespoons honey. Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Simmer with Steak: Return the steak strips to the skillet, nestling them on top of the rice. Dot the remaining 2 tablespoons butter evenly over the dish. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed. Avoid lifting the lid frequently to maintain consistent cooking.
- Finish and Serve: Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and gently mix the steak strips into the rice. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a bright, fresh finish before serving.
Notes
- Use sirloin or ribeye for the best flavor and tenderness in the steak strips.
- Rinsing the rice helps prevent it from becoming overly sticky or gummy.
- Maintaining a tight lid during simmering ensures even cooking and fluffy rice.
- Do not overcook the steak during browning; it will finish cooking with the rice.
- Optional fresh parsley garnish adds color and a slight herbaceous note.
Keywords: One-skillet steak recipe, Honey garlic steak, Easy skillet dinner, Steak and rice, Quick dinner recipe