This juicy ribeye steak with garlic herb butter is the steakhouse dinner you can make at home in about 25 minutes. A screaming-hot cast-iron sear builds the crust, a quick butter baste with garlic, rosemary and thyme adds big flavor, and a few minutes in the oven finish the steak evenly from edge to edge.
Quick answer: Let 1-inch ribeye steaks sit out for 30 minutes, rub with olive oil, salt and pepper, and sear 2 to 3 minutes per side in a very hot cast-iron skillet. Baste with butter, garlic, rosemary and thyme, then roast at 400°F for 4 to 6 minutes for medium rare. Rest 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
Ribeye comes from the same rib section as our best ever prime rib, which is why it is so richly marbled and forgiving. For medium rare, pull the steak at about 130 to 135°F in the center; for extra caution, follow the USDA safe temperature chart (145°F plus a 3-minute rest for whole cuts of beef). Craving more? Browse all our beef recipes.
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About This Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Butter
This ribeye steak with garlic herb butter shows why a well-marbled rib eye steak needs little more than heat and butter. Once you have made this ribeye steak with garlic herb butter, our Steak au Poivre and Garlic Herb Potatoes and Steak Skillet are great next picks. The printable ribeye steak with garlic herb butter card is at the top of this page.
Ingredients for Juicy Ribeye Steak with Garlic Herb Butter
- 2 ribeye steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
How to Cook Ribeye Steak in a Cast-Iron Skillet
- Remove the ribeye steaks from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before cooking. This ensures even cooking.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Rub both sides of each steak with olive oil, then season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat until very hot. Place the steaks in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until a golden-brown crust forms.
- Add the minced garlic, unsalted butter, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet. Tilt the skillet slightly and use a spoon to baste the steaks with the melted butter and herbs.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes for medium-rare, or longer if desired.
- Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the steaks to a cutting board. Let the steaks rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve the ribeye steaks with the garlic herb butter drizzled on top.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes
Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 2 servings
