Pan-Seared Ribeye with Garlic-Thyme Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

A perfectly seared ribeye steak topped with a rich, herb-infused butter that melts into every bite, finished with a sprinkle of flaky salt. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 22 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 620 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

• 12 oz ribeye steak
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat the steak dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
3. Step 3: Place the steak in the skillet and sear undisturbed for 3 minutes until a deep golden crust forms.
4. Step 4: Flip the steak and sear for another 3 minutes for medium-rare, or until the internal temperature reaches 125°F.
5. Step 5: Transfer the steak to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.
6. Step 6: While the steak rests, melt 2 tbsp butter in the same skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
7. Step 7: Stir in thyme leaves and pour the butter mixture over the rested steak.