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Simple Skillet Steak with Pepper Gravy

When you want a hearty meal it doesn’t have to be complicated! Making a simple skillet steak with pepper gravy is a quick and easy way to get a delicious meal on the table!

sliced skillet steak on white plate with oven fries

My family simply loves steak and for that reason, I love it too! But for those days where I’d rather not fire up the grill, this Simple Skillet Steak with Pepper Gravy is the ticket to a simple but delicious dinner that everyone will devour.  Making steak in a cast iron skillet takes a bit of practice but will yield deliciously easy results.

Which steak is best for pan frying?

  • ribeye (which is what I chose)
  • sirloin
  • filet
  • skirt steak

Any of these would be great options!  In fact, sometimes I will even make a strip steak in my skillet.  But for this time, I had ribeyes on hand, and you just can’t go wrong with ribeye.

ribeye steak in cast iron skillet

Now… how do you cook steaks in a cast iron skillet?

  • start by getting the skillet nice and hot!
  • get those steaks seasoned and then add some butter/oil to the pan
  • get a nice sear/crust on each side then reduce heat to let them continue to cook through
  • use a meat thermometer to make sure you get them to the perfect temperature

pan gravy for skillet steak in cast iron skillet

And of course, you just can’t have a skillet steak without a delicious pan gravy!

skillet steak with gravy in cast iron skillet topped with parsley

How do you make pan gravy?

  • remove the steak and let it rest
  • add a thickener (flour or cornstarch)
  • add broth or diary depending on the type of gravy you want
  • let simmer and thicken with the leftovers from the pan into a delicious gravy

sliced skillet steak on white plate with oven fries

sliced skillet steak on white plate with oven fries

Simple Skillet Steak with Pepper Gravy

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When you want a hearty meal it doesn't have to be complicated! Making a simple skillet steak with pepper gravy is a quick and easy way to get a delicious meal on the table!
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat cast iron skillet for 5 minutes over medium high to high heat
  • Add butter to skillet
  • Season steaks with herb and garlic seasoning and place in heated skillet
  • Let sear until brown and crusted on each side (about 3-4 minutes per side)
  • Reduce heat and use thermometer to monitor temperature until they reach desired doneness (I prefer medium)
  • Remove steaks from skillet and allow to rest
  • Stir in cornstarch to skillet until smooth
  • Slowly pour in broth while whisking and add California pepper
  • Bring to a simmer until thickened and serve over steaks

Nutrition

Calories: 761kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 69g | Fat: 51g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 426mg | Potassium: 990mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 7.3mg
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 761kcal
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