Loaded Baked Potato Steak Bites

Here’s a long, detailed recipe for Loaded Baked Potato Steak Bites — a hearty, indulgent dish that brings together crispy potatoes, juicy steak, melty cheese, and classic loaded toppings in one skillet. Perfect for dinner, game night, or a shareable party platter!

🥩 Loaded Baked Potato Steak Bites Skillet

⭐️ Introduction:

This dish combines everything you love about a loaded baked potato — buttery, crispy spuds topped with sour cream, cheese, bacon, and chives — and adds tender, flavorful steak bites. Served together in a single pan, this recipe is comfort food at its finest, and it’s ready in under an hour.

🧄 Origin:

Loaded baked potatoes are a staple of American steakhouse cuisine. By cutting the steak and potatoes into bite-sized pieces and pan-searing them with seasoning and toppings, we create a dish that’s fast, family-friendly, and full of steakhouse flavor.

🛒 Ingredients:

For the Steak Bites:

• 1 ½ lbs sirloin steak or ribeye, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional but adds richness)

For the Potatoes:

• 1 ½ lbs baby red potatoes or Yukon golds, diced into 1-inch pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons butter

For the Toppings:

• 1 to 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
• 2 tablespoons chives or green onions, finely chopped
• ½ cup sour cream (or ranch dressing)
• Optional: diced jalapeños, hot sauce, or drizzle of BBQ sauce

🍳 Instructions:

🔹 Step 1: Prep the Potatoes

1. Parboil or microwave potatoes (optional but helpful):
   
   • Boil diced potatoes for 6–7 minutes until just fork-tender. Or microwave them in a covered bowl with 1 tablespoon water for 6–8 minutes. Drain and pat dry.
3. Crisp the potatoes:
   
   • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the potatoes in a single layer. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
   • Cook for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and crispy. Add butter during the last few minutes for extra flavor.
   • Transfer cooked potatoes to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.

🔹 Step 2: Cook the Steak Bites

1. Prep the steak:
   
   • Pat steak cubes dry with paper towels. This ensures a good sear.
   • Toss with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
3. Sear the steak:
   
   • In the same skillet (wipe lightly if needed), heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 tablespoon butter over high heat.
   • Add steak in a single layer (cook in batches if needed to avoid steaming). Sear for 2–3 minutes per side until browned and cooked to desired doneness (medium-rare to medium recommended).
   • Add garlic and remaining tablespoon of butter during the last 1–2 minutes. Stir to coat the steak bites in garlicky butter.
   • Remove from heat.

🔹 Step 3: Assemble & Load It Up

1. Combine:
   
   • Return the cooked potatoes to the skillet with the steak bites. Gently toss to mix.
3. Add cheese and bacon:
   
   • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon evenly over the skillet.
   • Cover with a lid (or foil) for 1–2 minutes to melt the cheese.
5. Top it off:
   
   • Remove from heat. Add a generous drizzle of sour cream (or serve it on the side).
   • Sprinkle with chives or green onions. Add jalapeños or sauces if using.

✅ Tips for Success:

• Dry steak & potatoes before cooking for best browning.
• Use a cast iron skillet for crispier potatoes and even cooking.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan when searing steak — it should sizzle, not steam.
• Rest the steak for a couple of minutes before tossing with potatoes if you’re not cooking everything in one pan.
• Add cheese last and cover the pan to melt it quickly without drying out the meat.

🍽 Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with a side salad (like Caesar or wedge salad) to lighten things up.
• Pair with a dipping sauce: ranch, garlic aioli, or spicy BBQ.
• For brunch: add a fried or poached egg on top!
• Great as an appetizer or a hearty main dish.

🧮 Nutrition (Approx. per serving, out of 4–6):

• Calories: 540
• Protein: 32g
• Carbs: 24g
• Fat: 38g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sodium: 720mg
• Sugar: 2g

Would you like a spicy Tex-Mex version? Or maybe a sheet-pan version for the oven? Let me know and I’ll tailor it!