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Garlic Butter Steak with Parmesan Cream Sauce

A luxurious yet easy recipe for Garlic Butter Steak topped with a creamy Parmesan sauce that comes together in one pan.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 570
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak Ingredients
  • 4 pieces ribeye steaks (About 1-inch thick, 8 oz each) Choose steaks with good marbling for more flavor.
  • Salt and pepper To taste
Cooking Ingredients
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced) Don't skip toasting the garlic for enhanced flavor.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half and half for a lighter version.
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Experiment with other cheeses for flavor variations.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Optional, for added freshness and color.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the ribeye steaks evenly with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter.
Cooking the Steaks
  1. Once the butter is melted and bubbling, add the steaks to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.
  2. Flip the steaks using tongs, then add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 4-5 minutes for medium-rare.
  3. Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the heavy cream, whisking continuously to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
  2. Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the skillet and whisk until the sauce is thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Serving
  1. Slice the steaks, plate them, and drizzle the Parmesan cream sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Store steak and sauce separately if possible. Reheat gently in the skillet and add a splash of cream for the sauce.