Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter
Juicy Kansas City strip steak grilled to perfection and topped with a smoky, charred garlic butter that enhances its robust flavor. This american-inspired beef ready in about 25 minutes pairs olive oil, salt, black pepper 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
- 2 steaks, about 12 oz each Kansas City strip steak
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves, peeled garlic cloves
- 1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your grill to high heat, around 450°F. Meanwhile, rub 2 Kansas City strip steaks with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper evenly on both sides.
- Step 2: Place the steaks on the hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, adjusting time for desired doneness. Remove steaks and tent with foil to rest.
- Step 3: While steaks rest, melt 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add 4 whole peeled garlic cloves and cook for 5-6 minutes until the garlic is deeply browned and fragrant but not burnt.
- Step 4: Remove garlic cloves and mash them finely, then stir them back into the butter along with 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme and 1 tsp lemon juice. Pour this charred garlic butter over the steaks before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 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 Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter?
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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter?
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 Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter 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 Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak with Charred Garlic Butter?
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.
