A one-pan steak and rice dish coated in a sweet, savory honey garlic butter sauce. This skillet meal is rich, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
1 lb sirloin or ribeye steak, cubed
3 cups cooked white rice (preferably cold)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or avocado)
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons honey
1½ tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 green onions, sliced
Optional: pinch red pepper flakes
Cut steak into 1-inch cubes and pat dry.
Heat oil in skillet over medium-high. Sear steak for 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
Lower heat, add butter and garlic. Sauté 30 seconds.
Stir in honey and soy sauce. Simmer 1–2 minutes.
Add rice and stir to coat. Press down and let crisp for 1–2 minutes.
Return steak to skillet and toss to combine.
Top with green onions and red pepper flakes. Serve hot.
Use cold, day-old rice for best texture
Add peas, bell pepper, or spinach for veggies
Replace steak with ground beef for a budget option
Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days