Pan-Seared Ribeye with Charred Garlic Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

A tender 12 oz ribeye steak pan-seared to medium-rare and topped with a rich, aromatic garlic butter that adds a smoky depth. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ribeye steak, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 700 calories and feeds 1, 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

• 12 oz ribeye steak
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 fresh thyme sprigs

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat dry 12 oz ribeye steak and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steak and sear for 4 minutes without moving until a deep brown crust forms.
3. Step 3: Flip the steak, add 3 tbsp unsalted butter, 4 peeled garlic cloves, and 2 fresh thyme sprigs to the pan. Tilt the pan and spoon the melted butter over the steak continuously for 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 130°F for medium-rare.
4. Step 4: Remove the steak and let rest for 5 minutes. While resting, crush the garlic cloves with the back of a spoon and stir into the butter to create a charred garlic butter sauce.
5. Step 5: Slice the steak against the grain and drizzle with the garlic butter before serving.