Honey Garlic Butter Steak and Rice – A Sweet, Savory, and Satisfying Skillet Meal
Tender steak bites seared in a skillet and glazed with a sticky honey garlic butter sauce, served over fluffy rice for a quick and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
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2 tbsp olive oil or canola oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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¼ cup honey
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2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
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3 cups cooked white or brown rice
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Optional: green onions, sesame seeds, red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
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Season steak cubes with salt and pepper. Let sit at room temp for 10–15 mins.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear steak in a single layer for 1–2 mins per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
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Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to pan. Once melted and slightly browned, stir in garlic. Sauté 30 secs.
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Add honey and soy sauce. Simmer 1–2 mins until sauce thickens slightly.
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Return steak to skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Cook 1 more minute.
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Serve over warm rice. Garnish as desired.
Notes
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Use day-old rice for better texture.
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Substitute chicken or tofu for steak if desired.
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Add steamed veggies for a complete one-bowl meal.