This Tender Steak in Creamy Sauce is a rich, restaurant-style dish made with juicy pan-seared steak smothered in a silky garlic cream sauce. It’s quick, indulgent, and perfect for dinner—especially when served with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
⏱️ Recipe Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Servings: 4
🧰 Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Tongs
- Knife & cutting board
- Spoon or spatula
🥩 Ingredients
For the Steak
- 2 large steak cuts (ribeye, sirloin, or strip)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
For the Creamy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup beef broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: mushrooms or onions
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ribeye gives the juiciest results, but sirloin works well too.
- Parmesan cheese thickens the sauce and adds depth.
- Add mushrooms for a steakhouse-style flavor.
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Season the Steak
Pat steaks dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
2. Sear the Steak
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add steak and cook for 3–5 minutes per side (depending on thickness).
Add butter and baste the steak for extra flavor.
Remove and set aside to rest.
3. Make the Sauce
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
Add mushrooms/onions if using and cook until soft.
4. Add Liquids
Pour in beef broth and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add heavy cream and stir well.
5. Add Cheese & Seasoning
Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
Simmer until sauce thickens (3–5 minutes).
6. Combine
Return steak to the pan and spoon sauce over it. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
7. Serve
Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
🍽️ Nutrition (Approximate per serving)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 5 g
- Fat: 40 g
⭐ Tips for Perfect Steak
- Let steak rest after cooking to keep it juicy.
- Use a hot pan for a perfect sear.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
- Adjust cooking time for desired doneness.
🔄 Variations
1. Mushroom Cream Steak
Add extra sautéed mushrooms for a richer taste.
2. Peppercorn Sauce Version
Add crushed black peppercorns for a classic steakhouse flavor.
3. Spicy Cream Steak
Add chili flakes or hot sauce.
4. Garlic Butter Steak Only
Skip cream sauce for a lighter version.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
- Buttered pasta 🍝
- Steamed vegetables 🥦
- Garlic bread 🥖
