Creamy Garlic Steak — Simple & Delicious Sauce Recipe
A juicy, pan-seared steak topped with a silky, savory garlic cream sauce—easy to make at home and packed with rich, indulgent flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks (about 1 lb total)
- Salt and black pepper
- 1 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp butter (for steak)
- 1 sprig rosemary or thyme (optional)
- 2 tbsp butter (for sauce)
- 6–8 garlic cloves, minced or thinly sliced
- ½ cup chicken or beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Let steak come to room temp. Pat dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear steak 3–4 mins per side. Baste with butter and herbs. Rest under foil.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook 1–2 mins.
- Deglaze with broth, then stir in cream. Simmer 3–4 mins.
- Add Parmesan and mustard (if using). Stir until smooth. Season to taste.
- Slice steak and serve with sauce on top. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Use any thick-cut steak you like.
- Add mushrooms or spinach for a twist.
- Sauce can be made ahead and reheated.