Perfectly cooked filet mignon is the best main for date nights, Sunday dinner, or any time you want an incredibly juicy, tender steak! This classic filet mignon is seared in a cast iron skillet and basted with butter until it’s golden-brown and incredibly delicious! Show
Make dinner special with this juicy, tender, and buttery pan-seared filet mignon! Filet mignons are usually reserved for fancy steakhouse restaurants, but not anymore! You can make a tender, juicy, perfectly seared filet mignon right at home. This melt-in-your-mouth filet gets a beautiful golden-brown sear from the cast iron skillet. The inside can be cooked to your preference, but I recommend keeping it a pink medium rare, so every bite is tender and full of amazing flavor! Jump to:
❤️ Why You'll Love This Recipe!Perfectly Cooked! Follow my step-by-step directions for a filet mignon that’s cooked to perfection every time! It’s Flavorful! Filet mignon is delicious on its own, but when seasoned with my homemade steak seasoning and basted with butter the flavor is incredible! Perfect for Date Night! Show someone you love them with this easy, yet impressive filet mignon! 🥘 IngredientsMy pan-seared filet mignon has the option to be seasoned with my flavorful steak seasoning! Make my easy recipe, buy your favorite brand, or simply season the steak with Kosher salt and cracked black pepper.
*Be sure to see the free printable recipe card below for ingredients, exact amounts & instructions with tips!* 🔪 Step-By-Step InstructionsAll you need is a cast iron skillet (or frying pan) for this amazing pan-seared filet mignon! Be sure your cast iron is a hot as you can make it before adding the steak!
This juicy, buttery pan-seared filet mignon makes for an amazing steakhouse dinner that will impress anyone! Try serving with my steakhouse creamed spinach, or dauphinoise potatoes for an amazing, restaurant quality dinner. For more great sides to serve with steak, see my complete list of favorites! Enjoy! 💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes
🥡 Storing & ReheatingPlace leftover, cooled filet mignon in an airtight container or wrap in foil and refrigerate for up to 4 days. You can freeze leftover filet mignon for 3 to 4 months! Be sure to tightly wrap the steak with plastic cling film and transfer to a freezer-safe container or storage bag. When ready to eat, thaw the steak in your refrigerator overnight. Reheating Pan Seared Filet MignonReheat the steaks in the oven by first preheating to 250°F (120°C). Then, place your steak on a baking sheet and warm for 15 to 20 minutes, or until reheated to your desired temperature. Or see my guide for how to reheat steak. 🥔 Amazing Sides For Filet Mignon SteakI have a ton of great side dishes for steak, here are a few of my favorites!
Do you love a recipe you tried? Please leave a 5-star 🌟rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page. 📋 RecipePrint Recipe Leave A CommentLove This Recipe?Click On A Star To Rate It! 5 from 10 reviews Pan Seared Filet MignonPerfectly cooked filet mignon is the best main for date nights, Sunday dinner, or any time you want an incredibly juicy, tender steak! This classic filet mignon is seared in a cast iron skillet and basted with butter until it’s golden-brown and incredibly delicious! Author | Angela Servings: 2 servings Calories: 631kcal Prep 10 minutes Cooking 20 minutes Total Time 30 minutes Pin Recipe Share on FacebookIngredients US CustomaryMetric1x2x3x
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NutritionCalories: 631kcal (32%) | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 31g (62%) | Fat: 56g (86%) | Saturated Fat: 23g (144%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 149mg (50%) | Sodium: 174mg (8%) | Potassium: 527mg (15%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 1g (1%) | Vitamin A: 376IU (8%) | Vitamin C: 1mg (1%) | Calcium: 25mg (3%) | Iron: 4mg (22%) Did you try this recipe? Rate it below!I can’t wait to see your results! Mention @bake_it_with_love or tag #bake_it_with_love! filet mignon, pan seared filet mignonCourse Dinner Recipes, Main Dish Cuisine American Save Save Angela @ BakeItWithLove.com Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love! How long should you cook a filet in a cast iron skillet?Place a medium cast iron skillet over high heat for 3-5 minutes. Once hot, carefully add oil (watch out for splatters). Sear the Filet Mignon for 2-3 minutes per side (1-2 minutes for Petite Filet Mignons), until browned with a nice crust. Immediately remove skillet from heat.
How to cook filet mignon cast iron skillet Gordon Ramsay?When the steaks are ready to cook, spray them lightly with the olive oil, and season well with the salt and pepper. Put the steaks on the skillet and cook for 2 - 2 ½ minutes on each side, then sear the edges until browned. Now move the skillet from the stove to the oven, and cook for a further 4 - 5 minutes.
Do you season filet mignon before cooking?Before cooking filet mignon with any method, be sure to salt it generously on all sides. Then, allow it to brine by letting it sit at room temperature for 45 minutes before introducing it to heat.
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