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Cast Iron Skillet Steak and Potatoes Recipe

Savor golden-crusted ribeye steaks with crispy baby potatoes, all baked in a garlic butter skillet for a rich, comforting dinner.
Servings: 1
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, British, French, German
Calories: 820

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds baby potatoes
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 2 ribeye steaks 8 ounces each
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a bowl, toss potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper, and arrange them on a baking sheet.
  3. Roast potatoes until golden and tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, season steaks with salt and pepper on both sides.
  5. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over high heat, then add steaks and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
  6. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, garlic, and thyme to the pan, then spoon the melted garlic butter over the steaks for 1 minute.
  7. Remove steaks from the pan and let them rest for 5 minutes.
  8. Add roasted potatoes to the pan to coat with any remaining garlic butter.
  9. Slice steaks against the grain and serve with potatoes, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 820kcal

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I often use Yukon Gold potatoes when I don't have baby potatoes on hand, they roast up just as creamy and golden.
Storage Tip: Store any leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days, but reheat the steak gently in a pan to keep it tender.
Make-
Ahead Trick: You can par-cook the potatoes for about 15 minutes ahead of time, which lets you focus on getting the perfect sear on your steaks later.
Common Mistake: My biggest lesson was not letting the skillet get hot enough before adding the steak.
A truly hot pan is the secret to that beautiful, crispy crust.
Serving Suggestion: I love to finish the platter with a final sprinkle of flaky sea salt and a squeeze of fresh lemon over everything for a bright touch.
Equipment Note: If you don't have an oven-safe skillet, just transfer the steaks to a plate after searing and make the garlic butter sauce in the same pan.

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