Pan Seared Filet Mignon

Elevate your dinner table with this luxurious Pan Seared Filet Mignon recipe, a steakhouse-quality dish made effortlessly at home. Perfectly caramelized on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, this filet mignon is seasoned simply with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then seared in a sizzling hot cast-iron skillet for a golden crust. Infused with the rich flavors of garlic, rosemary, thyme, and a decadent herb butter baste, every bite melts in your mouth. Ready in under 20 minutes, this easy yet elegant recipe is ideal for date nights, special occasions, or whenever you’re craving a gourmet meal. Serve it with your favorite sides and spoon the buttery pan sauce over the top for an unforgettable dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Filet mignon (at least 1-inch thick)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves (smashed, skins on)
• 2 pieces Fresh rosemary sprigs
• 2 pieces Fresh thyme sprigs

Directions

Step 1

Remove the filet mignon from the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking to allow it to come to room temperature. This ensures even cooking.

Step 2

Pat the steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 3

Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking.

Step 4

Add olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom.

Step 5

Add the seasoned filets to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes without moving, until a golden-brown crust forms on the bottom.

Step 6

Flip the steaks and sear the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to medium, add the unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, rosemary, and thyme to the skillet.

Step 8

Tilt the skillet slightly to pool the butter on one side, and use a spoon to continuously baste the steaks with the melted herb butter for 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Check the internal temperature of the steaks using a meat thermometer: 120°F for rare, 130°F for medium-rare, or 140°F for medium. Adjust cooking time as needed.

Step 10

Remove the steaks from the skillet and let them rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Step 11

Serve immediately, spooning any remaining herb butter from the skillet over the top for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(394.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	902.5

Total Fat 74.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 222.0mg	0%
Sodium 715.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 3.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 0.1g
Protein 56.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 51.9mg	0%
Iron 6.2mg	0%
Potassium 715.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.4%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 1.5%