Garlic Butter Stuffed Potatoes

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A cozy steakhouse-style dish: fluffy potatoes stuffed with garlic steak bites and topped with parmesan sauce. A treat ready in 80 minutes at home.
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Created By Lily Chen
Updated on Sun, 04 May 2025 12:22:59 GMT
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I whipped up these packed baked spuds with juicy steak chunks for my sweetheart's special day a few weeks back, and I swear they'd run off with this dish if it could walk and talk. When you mix perfectly cooked beef, airy potatoes, and that outrageous cheesy sauce, you've got yourself a fancy restaurant meal without leaving home.

My sister's husband actually cleaned his plate with his finger when I made this, then grabbed his phone to send the link to his wife right away. That's when you know you've got a real winner!

Essential Ingredients

  • Big russet potatoes: Go for the largest ones you can find for that real steakhouse feel. Pick ones without any blemishes or greenish areas.
  • Beef: Ribeye and sirloin both work wonderfully. You want some fat running through it for taste without too much excess.
  • Garlic: Use whole cloves you crush yourself for the best flavor punch. The jarred stuff works if you're in a hurry but isn't quite as good.
  • Butter: Stick with the salted kind as it brings just enough seasoning to the sauce.
  • Cajun spice mix: This creates that amazing flavor layer on the meat. Grab it from the store or mix up your own.
  • Heavy cream: Don't try to swap this out if you want that wonderful smooth sauce texture.
  • Parmesan: Grab a block and grate it yourself - it melts so much better than the pre-packaged stuff.
  • Fresh lemon: A tiny squeeze cuts the richness and makes every flavor stand out more.
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Cooking Instructions

Potato Perfection Tips

Here's a game-changer: don't poke holes in your potatoes! Keeping them intact creates this amazing steam pocket that makes the inside super fluffy. A quick oil and salt rub gives you crispy skin that's actually tasty enough to eat.

Beef Cooking Tricks

Cut your meat into equal-sized chunks so everything cooks the same. Start with a really hot pan to get that yummy crust without cooking the insides too much. When you finish them in that garlicky butter, they soak up all the good stuff while staying juicy.

Amazing Sauce Tips

Making the sauce in the same pan where you cooked the steak lets you grab all those tasty browned bits. Pour the cream in gradually while stirring to keep it smooth. That little squeeze of lemon at the end wakes everything up and balances out the richness.

Putting It All Together

Dropping the potato sounds weird but works great - it breaks up the inside while keeping the shape. Putting butter in the potato first helps spread richness everywhere. And don't be stingy with that sauce - pour it on generously!

I've always enjoyed steak with potatoes on the side, but combining them like this changes everything. The potato soaks up all those meat juices and sauce, creating amazing bites where you get everything mixed together.

Ways To Serve

This dish is filling enough on its own, but I like adding something green alongside - maybe some roasted asparagus or a simple green salad with tangy dressing to balance the richness. Grab a strong red wine like a Cab Sav or Malbec to drink with it - they stand up nicely to the bold flavors.

Customization Options

Switch the parmesan for blue cheese if you want a stronger flavor kick. Throw in some cooked mushrooms with the steak for an earthy taste. Make it even more decadent with some bacon bits or crunchy fried onions on top. During special occasions, I'll sometimes add a tiny bit of truffle salt at the end for a fancy twist.

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Helpful Advice

While it's best fresh, you can cook the potatoes ahead and warm them up in a 350°F oven for about 15-20 minutes. You can make the sauce earlier too and just warm it gently (you might need to add a little more cream). The steak tastes best when cooked right before you eat.

Expert Tricks

  • Set your steak out for half an hour before cooking
  • Once you put those steak chunks in the pan, don't keep moving them around - that's how you get that tasty crust
  • A tiny splash of brandy in your sauce adds amazing flavor if you happen to have it

These stuffed steak potatoes have become my favorite wow-worthy dinner that doesn't need fancy chef skills. There's something really special about taking basic ingredients and turning them into something amazing through good cooking. It's comfort food taken up several notches - perfect for birthdays or just making a regular Tuesday feel extra nice.

Recipe FAQs

→ Which steak cuts work best?
Pick a good-quality cut like ribeye, tenderloin, sirloin, or NY strip. Choose what fits your taste and budget.
→ Why pick avocado oil over olive oil?
Avocado oil handles higher heat better, making it perfect for searing the steak just right.
→ Can I prep anything in advance?
Definitely! Make the potatoes ahead of time and warm them up later. The parmesan sauce can also be prepped and reheated.
→ What’s the purpose of dropping potatoes?
It softens the inside, creating a fluffier texture before adding the toppings.
→ What pairs well with this dish?
A green salad or steamed veggies are great additions, but it’s hearty enough to serve solo.

Stuffed Potato Dinner

Satisfy cravings with baked potatoes packed with buttery garlic steak and finished with velvety parmesan sauce. A hearty comfort meal.

Preparation Time
20 min
Cooking Time
60 min
Overall Time
80 min
Created By: Lily Chen

Category: Main Dishes

Skill Level: Moderate

Cuisine Type: American

Output: 4 Serves (4 fully loaded potatoes)

Dietary Options: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

→ Baked Potatoes

01 4 russet potatoes, large and cleaned thoroughly
02 1.5 tablespoons sea salt for skins
03 4 tablespoons olive oil

→ Steak

04 2 pounds of steak (choose ribeye, sirloin, tenderloin, or NY strip)
05 2 tablespoons avocado oil, split in half
06 2 teaspoons kosher salt
07 2 tablespoons cajun spice mix (low-sodium works well)

→ Garlic Butter & Sauce

08 6 tablespoons softened butter
09 2 tablespoons minced garlic (roughly 8-10 cloves)
10 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley, fresh
11 ½-1 teaspoon cracked red chili flakes
12 ⅔ cup grated parmesan cheese
13 1½ cups full-fat heavy cream
14 The juice of 2 wedges of lemon
15 1 teaspoon coarse cracked pepper

Steps

Step 01

Heat your oven to 425°F and get a baking tray lined up with some parchment. Rub down the potatoes with oil, give them a good sprinkle of sea salt, pop them on the tray, and bake for about 50-60 minutes until tender enough to poke through with a fork.

Step 02

Slice your steak into chunks about 2 inches wide, trimming fat where needed. Pour over 2 tablespoons avocado oil and coat generously with the cajun spices.

Step 03

Add 2 tablespoons avocado oil to a skillet on medium-high heat. Sear the steak pieces without moving them for 2 minutes, flip and cook for 1 more minute. Lower the heat and give them one more minute.

Step 04

Push all the steak to one side of your skillet. Toss in 2 tablespoons butter along with a tablespoon of garlic and let it sizzle for a minute until it smells great. Stir the steak in the garlic butter, coating it well, then move it into a bowl and lightly cover with foil.

Step 05

In the same skillet, melt 2 more tablespoons butter. Stir in the leftover garlic until it’s softened and fragrant. Slowly pour in the cream while whisking, cook for 3-5 minutes until it simmers. Mix in the parmesan cheese and chili flakes until it thickens. Once off heat, stir in the parsley and lemon juice.

Step 06

Hold each baked potato about a foot in the air and drop it on the counter to break up the insides. Slice down the center, fluff it up with a fork, and spread a little of the remaining butter inside.

Step 07

Split the steak evenly between the potatoes. Pour the creamy parmesan sauce over the top before serving.

Tips

  1. High-quality steak turns out better.
  2. Avocado oil works great because of its high heat limit.
  3. This dish can be prepped ahead and reheated later.

Required Tools

  • Heavy-duty skillet (cast iron is ideal)
  • Sheet pan for baking
  • Nonstick parchment paper
  • Foil to cover steak

Allergy Information

Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.
  • Includes dairy (cheese, cream, butter)

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.
  • Calories: 865
  • Fats: 62 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Proteins: 38 g