Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans

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Juicy ribeye steak pan-seared to medium-rare, topped with a rich garlic herb butter, served alongside smoky charred green beans. This american-inspired beef ready in about 40 minutes pairs 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.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 650 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 12 oz ribeye steak dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Heat a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until very hot, about 3 minutes. Add the steak and sear for 4 minutes on the first side without moving it, then flip and cook an additional 3 minutes for medium-rare.
  3. Step 3: While steak cooks, melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, stirring for 2 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. Step 4: Remove steak from pan and rest on a plate tented with foil for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add 8 oz trimmed green beans, season with a pinch of salt, and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until blistered and tender.
  5. Step 5: Slice the rested steak against the grain, spoon the garlic thyme butter over the slices, and serve with the charred green beans on the side.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (25 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans?

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 ribeye steak from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans?

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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans 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 Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic Butter and Charred Green Beans?

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.

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