Garlic Butter Steak Bites over Cheesy Orzo
This Garlic Butter Steak Bites over Cheesy Orzo is indulgent and comforting, combining juicy steak in garlic butter with creamy, cheesy orzo for an irresistible meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef steak cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Prepare Your Ingredients
- Cut your beef steak into even bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic cloves finely and chop your fresh thyme and parsley. Measure out your butter, chicken broth, and cheeses so everything is ready.
Cook the Orzo
- In a large skillet, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a gentle boil. Add the orzo pasta and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and has absorbed most of the broth. Lower heat to a simmer once nearly done to avoid burning.
Add the Cheeses to the Orzo
- Remove the skillet from heat once orzo is cooked and most liquid absorbed. Stir in shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
Sear the Steak Bites
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat in a separate pan. Add steak pieces in a single layer, season with salt and pepper. Sear undisturbed for about 2-3 minutes per side until browned but still tender. Remove steak from pan and set aside.
Make Garlic Butter Sauce
- Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir in minced garlic and chopped thyme; cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Return steak bites to pan and toss gently to coat in garlic butter sauce.
Assemble and Serve
- Spoon creamy cheesy orzo onto plates, then pile garlic butter steak bites on top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Chef’s knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small Bowl
Notes
- To keep steak tender, avoid overcrowding the pan and sear quickly on high heat.
- Test orzo for doneness near end of cooking to prevent mushiness.
- Cook garlic just until fragrant to avoid bitter burnt flavor.
- Stir cheese into hot orzo off the heat for smooth melting.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain texture.