Tender + Juicy Rib-Eye Steaks with Chipotle Butter Recipe Is Easy For a Weeknight-Or Any Special Occasion
I must admit, I love a juicy steak. While a sprinkling of salt and pepper is really all it takes to make it delicious, sometimes I crave something a bit more special. That’s what inspired this Rib-Eye Steaks with Chipotle Butter recipe. Ready to eat in just 30 minutes, it’s easy enough for a weeknight dinner, yet special enough for company.
Compound butter is simply softened butter mixed with other ingredients like spices, citrus zest or herbs. This quick-prep condiment can elevate an ordinary cut of meat to a wow-worthy dinner sensation. For a fiery kick, we add chipotles in adobe and garlic to our version. If you prefer a milder spread, omit it then sub in coarsely crushed black peppercorns, or a blend of chopped fresh rosemary and parsley. Either way, give these tender rib-eyes a try then let us know what you think.
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Ingredients
- ¼ cup butter, at room temp.
- 2 tsp. minced chipotle in adobo, or more to taste
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp. grated lime zest
- 4 (1 lb.) bone-in rib-eye steaks, about ¾"-thick
Instructions
In bowl, combine butter, chipotle, garlic and zest; stir until well combined. Reserve. Dividing equally, sprinkle 1 tsp. salt and 1⁄2 tsp. pepper over all sides of steaks.
Coat nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. In batches, cook steaks, flipping once, about 4 min. per side for medium-rare. Transfer to platter; cover to keep warm while cooking remaining steaks. Serve steaks topped with reserved chipotle butter. Chipotle butter can be made several days ahead and stored in covered container in refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Calories: 618
- Fat: 40 gram
- Saturated Fat: 17 gram
- Protein: 60 gram
- Carbohydrate: 1 gram
- Cholesterol: 216 mg
- Sodium: 585 mg
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This story was originally published May 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM.