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Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites

Loaded Baked Potato with Steak Bites

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 steak-stuffed potatoes 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Garlic butter steak bites are pan-seared to perfection and stuffed into fluffy, oven-baked potatoes, then drizzled with a rich parmesan cream sauce. This cozy and hearty steakhouse-style dinner is perfect for a satisfying meal. Try this easy dinner recipe for a restaurant-quality experience at home!


Ingredients

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Baked Potatoes:

  • 4 large russet potatoes, scrubbed clean and patted dry
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 tbsp sea salt (for baked potato skins)

Steak Bites:

  • 2 lbs steak (NY strip, ribeye, sirloin, or tenderloin)
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (low sodium preferred)
  • 4 tbsp avocado oil, divided
  • 6 tbsp butter, softened
  • 2 tbsp garlic, minced (about 8โ€“10 cloves)
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper

Parmesan Cream Sauce:

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 2/3 cup parmesan, grated
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
  • 2 lemon wedges, juiced
  • 1/2 โ€“ 1 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

  • Bake the Potatoes:

    • Preheat oven to 425ยฐF. Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
    • Rub potatoes with olive oil, sprinkle with sea salt, and place on the pan.
    • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until fork-tender.
  • Cook the Steak Bites:

    • Trim excess fat from the steak and cut into 2-inch pieces.
    • Drizzle steak bites with 2 tbsp avocado oil and coat with Cajun seasoning.
    • Heat 2 tbsp avocado oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
    • Cook steak undisturbed for 2 minutes, then flip and cook for 1 more minute. Reduce heat to low and cook for another minute.
    • Push steak to one side, add 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp garlic, sautรฉ until fragrant. Toss steak in the garlic butter and cook another minute.
    • Remove from heat and tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Make the Parmesan Cream Sauce:

    • In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp butter and remaining 1 tbsp garlic. Sautรฉ until fragrant.
    • Slowly whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer, allowing it to reduce for 3-5 minutes.
    • Stir in red pepper flakes and parmesan cheese, whisking until thickened.
    • Off the heat, add parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Assemble the Loaded Baked Potatoes:

    • Lift and drop each potato from about 12 inches above the pan to loosen the inside.
    • Cut open each potato and fluff with a fork. Spread remaining butter inside each.
    • Divide steak bites evenly among the potatoes.
    • Drizzle each with parmesan cream sauce and serve hot!

Notes

  • For extra crispy potato skins, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure steak reaches your desired doneness.
  • If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce the red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed potato
  • Calories: 750
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 1250mg
  • Fat: 55g
  • Saturated Fat: 25g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 27g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg