If you love hearty skillet dinners packed with bold flavor, this Garlic Butter Steak and Shrimp Seafood Skillet with Corn and Broccoli is a meal you’ll want to make again and again. Tender, juicy pieces of steak and succulent shrimp are cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, then combined with sweet corn and crisp-tender broccoli.
Everything comes together in one skillet, making this recipe flavorful enough for a special dinner while still being simple enough for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
For the Steak and Shrimp
- 1 lb sirloin steak, ribeye, or strip steak
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 1/2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional Garnish
- Fresh lemon wedges
- Extra parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- A pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
1. Prepare the Steak
Pat the steak dry with paper towels. This helps it brown properly.
Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces and season with paprika, Italian seasoning, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
Set aside for a few minutes while you prepare the skillet.
2. Cook the Broccoli and Corn
Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter and the broccoli.
Cook for about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the corn and cook for another 2–3 minutes, until the vegetables are heated through and the broccoli is crisp-tender.
Transfer the vegetables to a plate and set aside.
3. Sear the Steak
Add the olive oil to the same skillet and increase the heat to medium-high.
Add the seasoned steak pieces in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
Sear for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, depending on the size of the pieces and your preferred doneness.
Transfer the steak to a plate.
For food safety, use a thermometer to verify the steak has reached your preferred safe internal temperature.
4. Cook the Shrimp
Reduce the heat slightly and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
Add the shrimp and cook for approximately 1–2 minutes per side, until they turn opaque and are cooked through.
Avoid overcooking them, as shrimp can become rubbery.
Transfer the shrimp to the same plate as the steak.
5. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
Add the remaining butter to the skillet.
Stir in the minced garlic and red pepper flakes if using.
Cook for about 30–60 seconds, just until the garlic becomes fragrant. Be careful not to burn it.
Add the lemon juice and stir, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
6. Bring Everything Together
Return the cooked steak, shrimp, broccoli, and corn to the skillet.
Toss everything gently in the garlic butter sauce.
Cook for another 1–2 minutes, just long enough to warm everything together and coat it with the sauce.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
7. Garnish and Serve
Remove the skillet from the heat.
Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
For an extra-rich finish, spoon some of the garlic butter sauce over each serving.
Tips for the Best Steak and Shrimp Skillet
Pat the steak and shrimp dry: Excess moisture can prevent proper browning.
Don’t overcrowd the skillet: Cook the steak in batches if necessary. Crowding causes the meat to steam rather than sear.
Use a hot skillet: A properly heated pan helps create flavorful browned edges on the steak.
Don’t overcook the shrimp: They cook very quickly and should be removed from the heat as soon as they’re opaque and cooked through.
Cook the garlic briefly: Garlic can burn quickly, which makes it bitter.
Use fresh lemon juice: A little acidity balances the richness of the butter and makes the entire dish taste brighter.
Easy Variations
Cajun Steak and Shrimp
Replace the Italian seasoning with Cajun seasoning and add extra red pepper flakes for a spicy version.
Creamy Garlic Butter Version
After cooking the garlic, add 1/3 cup heavy cream and a little Parmesan cheese. Simmer gently until slightly thickened before returning the steak and shrimp.
Add Potatoes
Use small cooked baby potatoes or roasted potato chunks for an even heartier skillet meal.
Add Sausage
Sliced smoked sausage or kielbasa can be added for a flavorful surf-and-turf-style skillet.
Extra Vegetables
Try adding bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, asparagus, or green beans.
What to Serve With It
This skillet is filling on its own, but it pairs especially well with:
- Steamed rice
- Garlic bread
- Mashed potatoes
- Buttered noodles
- Roasted potatoes
- Fresh garden salad
- Crusty bread for soaking up the garlic butter
Storage
Allow leftovers to cool and refrigerate them in an airtight container within two hours.
Store for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently in a skillet over medium-low heat or in the microwave. Avoid prolonged reheating because shrimp can become tough and steak may dry out.
Food Safety Note
Keep raw steak and raw shrimp separate from cooked foods and use clean utensils when handling them. Shrimp should be cooked until opaque and firm, while steak should reach the appropriate internal temperature for your preferred level of doneness and local food-safety guidance.
Final Thoughts
This Garlic Butter Steak and Shrimp Skillet with Corn and Broccoli brings steakhouse-style flavor straight to your kitchen. The combination of juicy steak, tender shrimp, sweet corn, crisp-tender broccoli, and fragrant garlic butter makes every bite satisfying.
Best of all, everything comes together in one skillet, making cleanup easier while delivering a dinner that feels much more special than an ordinary weeknight meal.