Description
This Creamy Garlic Sauce Steak recipe features tender, juicy ribeye or sirloin steaks seared to perfection and topped with a rich, velvety garlic cream sauce enhanced with Parmesan cheese and fragrant herbs. Perfect for a comforting, indulgent dinner served alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Steak
- 2 boneless ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Steaks: Let the steaks sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes to ensure even cooking. Pat them dry with paper towels, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper.
- Sear the Steaks: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steaks and sear for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to reach your desired doneness. Remove the steaks from the skillet and set aside to rest, preserving their juiciness.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. When melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, taking care not to burn it. Pour in the beef broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried thyme or rosemary if using. Simmer the sauce for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
- Combine and Serve: Return the rested steaks to the skillet and spoon the creamy garlic sauce over them. Allow to simmer for an additional 1–2 minutes to reheat the steaks and meld the flavors. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.
Notes
- You can substitute ribeye or sirloin with filet mignon, strip steak, or even pork chops for this sauce.
- For added depth of flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine before adding the beef broth.
- Ensure steaks are at room temperature before cooking to promote even cooking and tenderness.
- Use fresh garlic and quality Parmesan cheese for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak with sauce
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
