Easy Homemade Garlic Butter Steak with Grilled Onions & Parmesan Fries — A Traditional Comfort Meal

There’s something so comforting about a sizzling skillet and the smell of garlic and butter filling the kitchen — that’s exactly what you get with Garlic Butter Steak with Grilled Onions & Parmesan Fries. This easy, homemade classic blends tender, savory steak with sweet grilled onions and crispy, cheesy fries for a meal that feels traditional and a little indulgent. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner, a Sunday family meal, or even a holiday feast when you want something soulful and satisfying.

🧂 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

• 2 ribeye steaks (about 10–12 oz each) or sirloin, ~1 inch thick
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for steaks)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp garlic paste)
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 large yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
• 2 large russet potatoes (or Yukon Gold), cut into fries (about 1/2 inch thick)
• 2–3 tbsp olive oil (for fries)
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for fries)
• Salt and pepper to taste for fries
• Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Optional add-ins:

• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (for steak marinade)
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (if you want heat)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch (for extra-crispy fries)

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If using an air fryer, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare fries: wash and cut potatoes into fries. (Tip: soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20–30 minutes to remove excess starch for crispier fries; pat dry thoroughly.)
3. Toss fries with 2–3 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Optionally toss with 1–2 tbsp cornstarch for extra crunch. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Bake fries for 30–40 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and crispy. If air frying, cook 15–20 minutes shaking halfway. Immediately toss hot fries with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Set aside and keep warm.
5. Season steaks generously on both sides with salt and pepper (and Worcestershire sauce if using). Let steaks sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while the oven fries are finishing.
6. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet (cast iron preferred) over high heat until shimmering. Add steaks and sear 3–4 minutes without moving for a nice crust. Flip and cook 3–4 minutes more for medium-rare (adjust time for thickness). Tip: use an instant-read thermometer — 125–130°F for medium-rare, 135°F for medium.
7. Lower heat to medium. Add 4 tbsp butter, minced garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Spoon the melted garlic butter over the steaks (basting) for 1–2 minutes until butter foams and garlic is fragrant — don’t let it burn.
8. Remove steaks to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 5–10 minutes — this keeps the juices in.
9. While steaks rest, in a separate grill pan or skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Sear/grill for about 8–10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until deeply browned and caramelized at the edges. Season with a pinch of salt and a splash of balsamic (optional) for brightness.
10. Slice steak against the grain, top with grilled onions and a spoonful of the garlic butter from the pan. Serve immediately with hot Parmesan fries and lemon wedges on the side.

Total active time: ~35–45 minutes. Cook times vary by steak thickness and oven performance.

💡 Tips & Variations

• For perfectly even fries: cut potatoes uniformly and don’t overcrowd the pan. Use a hot oven or air fryer.
• Garlic butter tip: add garlic toward the end to prevent burning. If garlic browns too fast, lower the heat.
• Steak doneness guide: 125–130°F = medium-rare, 135°F = medium, 145°F = medium-well. Use an instant-read thermometer for accuracy.
• Crispy fries shortcut: par-boil cut potatoes 3–5 minutes, drain, dry, then roast at high heat.
• Make-ahead: prepare garlic butter in advance and store in fridge; reheat gently to baste.
• Leftover storage: refrigerate steak and fries in airtight containers for up to 3–4 days. Reheat fries in a 400°F oven for 8–10 minutes; warm steak slices in a skillet with a little butter over medium until heated through.
• Freezing: cooked steak can be frozen for up to 2 months, best sliced and vacuum-sealed. Fries don’t freeze as well after baking.
• Serving ideas: pair with a crisp green salad, roasted asparagus, or a tangy coleslaw to balance richness.

Variations for dietary needs:

• Low-carb/Keto: skip fries and serve with garlic butter cauliflower steaks or roasted broccoli. Use ghee or grass-fed butter.
• Vegan: replace steak with thick grilled portobello mushrooms or cauliflower steak; use vegan butter and nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan for fries.
• Gluten-free: this recipe is naturally gluten-free if you skip any Worcestershire sauce that contains gluten—use tamari if needed.
• Healthier fries: use sweet potatoes or parsnips and bake with minimal oil; finish with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.

🩺 Health & Lifestyle Tie-in

This Garlic Butter Steak with Grilled Onions & Parmesan Fries is a high-protein, satisfying meal — protein helps keep you full and supports muscle health. Butter provides rich flavor and fats that, in moderation, can be part of a balanced diet. Adding a side of vegetables or a salad boosts fiber and micronutrients to round out the plate. Cooking at home more often not only feeds your body better but can also save money and reduce long-term health costs — a small way to invest in your well-being (and your budget!).

❤️ Conclusion

If you make this Garlic Butter Steak with Grilled Onions & Parmesan Fries, please tell me how it turned out — leave a comment or tag me on social with a photo. I absolutely love seeing your versions and little tweaks. Enjoy the sizzle, the garlic butter, and that perfect cheesy crunch on the fries — happy cooking!

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Garlic Butter Steak with Grilled Onions & Parmesan Fries

A comforting meal featuring tender steak, sweet grilled onions, and crispy Parmesan fries, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 700

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Steak and Marinade

• 2 pieces ribeye steaks (about 10-12 oz each) or sirloin, ~1 inch thick
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or dried thyme
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (for steaks)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 tsp garlic paste)
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional, for steak marinade)
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)

Fries

• 2 large russet potatoes (or Yukon Gold), cut into fries (about 1/2 inch thick)
• 2-3 tbsp olive oil (for fries)
• 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional, for fries)
• to taste salt and pepper for fries
• 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for extra-crispy fries)

Onions

• 1 large yellow onion, sliced into 1/2-inch rings
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for onions)
• to taste salt Add a splash of balsamic for brightness (optional)

Serving

• 1 piece lemon wedge, for serving (optional)

Method

 

Preparation of Fries

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If using an air fryer, preheat to 400°F (200°C).
2. Wash and cut potatoes into fries. Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20-30 minutes to remove excess starch for crispier fries; pat dry thoroughly.
3. Toss fries with 2-3 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Optionally, toss with 1-2 tbsp cornstarch for extra crunch. Spread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Bake fries for 30-40 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until golden and crispy. If air frying, cook 15-20 minutes shaking halfway.
5. Immediately toss hot fries with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Set aside and keep warm.

Cooking Steak

1. Season steaks generously on both sides with salt and pepper (and Worcestershire sauce if using). Let steaks sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while the fries are finishing.
2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add steaks and sear for 3–4 minutes without moving for a nice crust. Flip and cook 3–4 minutes more for medium-rare (adjust time for thickness).
3. Lower heat to medium. Add 4 tbsp butter, minced garlic, and thyme to the skillet. Spoon the melted garlic butter over the steaks for 1–2 minutes until butter foams and garlic is fragrant.
4. Remove steaks to a cutting board and tent loosely with foil. Rest for 5–10 minutes.

Cooking Onions

1. In a separate grill pan or skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat and add the sliced onions. Sear/grill for about 8–10 minutes, flipping occasionally, until deeply browned and caramelized at the edges. Season with a pinch of salt and a splash of balsamic (optional).

Serving

1. Slice steak against the grain, top with grilled onions and a spoonful of the garlic butter from the pan. Serve immediately with hot Parmesan fries and lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

For perfectly even fries, cut potatoes uniformly and don’t overcrowd the pan. Use a hot oven or air fryer. Garlic butter tip: add garlic toward the end to prevent burning. Make-ahead: prepare garlic butter in advance and store in fridge.