Perfect Cast Iron Skillet Steak

perfect cast iron skillet steak

Cast Iron Skillet Steaks

Spring is on the way but not yet here in Western New York. So, how do you cook a really good steak in the winter without your grill? Iron skillet steak cooking is the way to make a perfect steak.

I had a one pound strip steak about 1-inch thick. I realized the best way to cook this was in my cast iron skillet.
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The first thing that I did was preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

I chopped up two cloves of fresh garlic because I like garlic. Then covered the bottom of my cast iron skillet with olive oil.

I set the burner to medium-high while I seasoned my steak.

cooking steak cast iron skillet

 I seasoned my steak on both sides with salt, pepper, and McCormick Grill Mates Montreal Steak Seasoning.

I firmly pressed the seasoning into both sides of the steak with my fingers.

By this time the cast iron pan was hot. I cooked the steak exactly 3 minutes per side.

steaks cast iron skillet

Then I place the cast iron skillet into the oven and cooked it for 10 minutes.

I wanted my steak to be medium rare. Using my digital thermometer I made sure that I had an internal temperature of  140 degrees.

I let my steak rest for 4 to 5 minutes before cutting into it.

Cooking time may vary by the thickness of your steak.

Internal Temperatures:
Rare130 to 135°F
Medium Rare140°F
Medium155°F
Well Done165°F  

Prep time:     10 minutes
Cook time:    20 minutes (includes Rest Time)
Serving:        1 to 2 people (16oz. steak)

This steak was so tender, juicy and full of flavor. What I like best about cooking with my cast iron is you can go from stovetop to oven. Just make sure you have a good oven mitt to take the pan out of the oven.

As always thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy.


22 comments:

  1. I wouldn't pass that up, Sam. Looks so juicy and perfect!

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    1. It did come out better than expected and was really good. The only problem is that I ate the whole steak myself :) Thanks Susan.

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  2. What a great way to cook a steak indoors. I am going to have to give this a try!

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    1. I think it was just as good as cooking it on the grill. Thanks Carlee! Have a great weekend :)

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    1. Glad you like it Susan. Thanks for stopping by and have a great day :)

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  4. Cast iron is a great medium for cooking steak. Brilliant, Sam!

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    1. Ha!! I don't know about Brilliant David, but I was really hungry!! Thanks and have a great weekend.

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  5. Sam, I was at the butcher and lordy.. so many steaks. I think I got the wrong one. I bought a "Flank steak" now I need to know what to do with it and will it work with this recipe?

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    1. Hi Ginger, Yes an flank steak will work well with cast iron or you could broil it here is the one I made in the broiler: http://www.samsplaces.com/2015/05/broiled-flank-steak.html

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    2. Perfect Sam! Next time I will write down the exact same thing as you posted when I go to the market instead of just steak! lol Just love this blog!

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  6. Now this sounds delicious! I have actually never cooked a steak in a skillet. Pork chops, yes, but not a steak. I have used McCormick seasoning before, but not the Montreal Steak seasoning. You have introduced me to two new things today and I'm excited to try both of them.

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    1. This steak was just as good as grilling it. I like the cast iron because it goes right into the oven. I hope you like it if you try it. We really like using the Montreal steak seasoning. Thanks Cynthia :)

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  7. I am getting hungry Sam and I don't have that meat in the freezer. Yay! I would love to try this. Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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    1. This Cast iron skillet steak is so delicious Thelma. I hope you give it a try I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Thanks and have a wonderful day. :)

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  8. Its a great pleasure reading your post.Its full of information I am looking for and I love to post a comment that "The content of your post is awesome" Great work sam ovens

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  9. I have to try this! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. It looks so good.!

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    1. I hope you did give this Cast Iron Skillet Steak a try Daphne. It really is easy to make and so tasty :) Thanks

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    1. I'm so glad you liked this one Pat. Thanks so much :)

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  11. Makes me hungry for one of these steaks, and cast iron is the best way to go!

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    1. Time to get the skillet out Nancy. This makes a great steak!! Thanks so much :)

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