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Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter

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This Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter is a restaurant-quality recipe you can make at home in under 20 minutes. Featuring a perfectly seared crust, juicy center, and a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce, it’s an indulgent, flavor-packed dish ideal for date nights, special occasions, or a satisfying weeknight dinner. Quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious!

  • Total Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

2 ribeye steaks (or your favorite cut)

2 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Season steaks generously with salt and pepper.

  • Add olive oil to the skillet. Once hot, sear steaks for 4–5 minutes per side (or until desired doneness).

  • While steaks cook, melt butter in a small pan over low heat. Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

  • Transfer cooked steaks to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.

  • Drizzle garlic butter over steaks and top with parsley and thyme.

  • Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Searing Tip: Don’t move the steak around—let it form a crust for best flavor.

  • Flavor Boost: Add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter.

  • Herb Options: Swap thyme for rosemary, sage, or tarragon.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop, Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: American, Steakhouse-Style