How To Cook Steak In The Oven
Learn how to cook thick and thin steaks in the oven using two methods: on a sheet pan or seared in a cast iron skillet before going in the oven.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Servings: 2 servings
For the pan sauce:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
Preheat the oven to 400°F. While the oven is heating, place an empty sheet pan or skillet in the oven to get it hot as well. Bring the steaks out of the fridge to let them sit at room temperature.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper and rub the seasoning mixture all over both sides of the steaks.
Carefully remove the hot sheet pan or skillet from the oven and add the seasoned steaks to it.
Cook on a Sheet Pan
Transfer the hot sheet pan to the preheated oven and broil for 6-10 minutes for thin cut, and 10 to 14 minutes for thick cut, depending on your desired level of doneness, 120°F to 160°F.
Remove the sheet pan from the oven, allow them to rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.
Cook on a Skillet
Place the oven-safe skillet over high heat on the stovetop. Sear the seasoned steaks for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they develop a nice brown crust.
Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and broil for 3 to 5 minutes for thin cut steaks, and 5 to 8 minutes for thick cut steaks, depending on your desired level of doneness, 120°F to 160°F.
Remove the skillet from the oven, place the steaks on a cutting board or plate to rest tented with aluminum foil.
While the steaks are resting, return the skillet to the stovetop over medium heat. Pour beef broth, and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon. Allow the liquid to simmer and reduce by half, which will take about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the butter and continue to cook the sauce until it thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Slice the steak and drizzle the pan sauce over them.
- My Top Tip: Start with room-temperature steak. Whether you use thick-cut or thin-cut steak, it's important that you bring it to room temperature first to ensure it cooks evenly.
- Storage: Store leftover steak in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. I do not recommend freezing cooked steak.
Calories: 710kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 168mg | Sodium: 1236mg | Potassium: 697mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 406IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 5mg
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