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Juicy Steak with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Tender pan-seared steak finished with a rich, restaurant-style creamy garlic sauce made entirely at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 plates
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Steak
  • 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks 1–1¼ inch thick
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter divided
Creamy Garlic Sauce
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Heavy skillet
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Season steaks generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil.
  3. Sear steaks 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  4. Add butter and baste briefly. Remove steaks and rest.
  5. Lower heat, add butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  6. Pour in cream, season, and simmer until thickened.
  7. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.
  8. Return steaks, spoon sauce over, and serve hot.

Notes

Use thick steaks for best results and avoid overcooking.