Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak
A perfectly seared steak infused with rich garlic butter, grilled to medium-rare for maximum flavor. This american-inspired beef ready in about 45 minutes pairs bone-in ribeye steak, unsalted butter, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 650 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs bone-in ribeye steak
- 4 oz unsalted butter
- 6 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to 450°F. Pat steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with black pepper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, melt 2 tbsp butter with 1 tbsp olive oil, then mix in minced garlic, thyme, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place steak on preheated grill and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until charred, then brush with garlic butter.
- Step 4: Cook for 3-5 minutes longer for medium-rare, basting frequently with butter mixture until juices run clear.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep bone-in ribeye steak from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best-Ever Garlic Butter Steak?
American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
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