Ruth’s Chris is known for delivering some of the most luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth steaks, and this filet mignon captures that same unforgettable experience at home. With its deep, flavorful crust, tender center, and a finishing touch of silky herb butter, this recipe transforms a simple cut of beef into a true steakhouse masterpiece. The high-heat sear followed by gentle oven finishing creates the signature texture that makes filet mignon so prized.
What elevates this dish even further is the compound herb butter. Fresh parsley, chives, garlic, and lemon zest blend into softened butter to create a finishing touch that melts across the warm steak, enriching every bite. This herb butter adds brightness, aromatics, and a subtle richness, rounding out the bold flavor of the beef.
Cooking the filets in a cast-iron skillet is key to achieving that iconic steakhouse crust. The pan retains intense heat, which sears the steak quickly and evenly. Basting with butter adds depth and moisture, ensuring that each filet remains tender and succulent. Finishing in the oven allows the steak to reach your desired doneness without overcooking the exterior.
This recipe brings all the elegance of a fine dining steakhouse into your kitchen. Serve the steaks on warmed plates for the full experience, letting the herb butter melt luxuriously over the surface of the sizzling filet. The result is a showstopping entrée worthy of any special occasion.
Servings and Timing
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Servings: 2
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Steak:
- 2 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each)
- 1–2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp butter (for basting)
Herb Butter:
- 4 tbsp softened butter
- 1 tsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions:
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