Meal Prep Recipes: Honey Garlic Butter Steak and Rice Skillet
Some meals just *feel* like a win—and this is one of them. We’re talking tender steak bites coated in rich honey garlic butter, all cozied up with golden, garlicky rice that soaks up every drop of flavor. It’s one skillet, zero fuss, and a total flavor bomb.
When I first tried tossing everything into the same pan, I’ll admit—I was skeptical. Would the rice go soggy? Would the steak overcook? But surprise! The result was a beautifully balanced, meal-prep-friendly dish that held up like a champ for days.
Whether you’re feeding a hungry crew or stacking up lunches for the week, this garlic butter rice and steak skillet delivers comfort without the chaos. It’s quick, it’s craveable, and hey, it might just become your Tuesday night tradition.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb sirloin steak, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 2 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 2 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add steak pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sear until browned (about 3–4 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in honey and soy sauce. Let it bubble for 1 minute, then stir in the rice.
- Pour in beef broth, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
- Add steak back to skillet, stir gently, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Top with chopped parsley and serve hot.