Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin

This Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin recipe will give you the juiciest, most tender steaks ever. Not only is it easy to make, but it delivers mouthwatering results every time! Simple enough for a weeknight dinner but show-stopping enough for a special occasion. This Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin is super simple to make with just a few basic ingredients. Plus, no fancy tools needed – just a skillet and your stove! It doesn’t get any easier than this recipe! You’re going to want to make this one a lot for that reason. Grab your skillet, whip up this Pan Seared Beef Tenderloin, and enjoy every juicy bite.

Author: Weelicious

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 340 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 lb - beef tenderloin
1 tsp - kosher salt
1 tbsp - olive oil
1 tbsp - unsalted butter
ground pepper

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Lightly sprinkle tenderloin with salt (and pepper if desired) on all sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large sauté pan over medium/high heat. Sear each side of the beef tenderloin for 2 minutes.
Remove pan from the stove, place in the oven and cook for 6-8 minutes for medium rare and 10 minutes for medium. (See below for internal temperatures and approximate cooking times for each.)
Remove steak from the oven. Place a tablespoon of butter in the pan, swirl to melt and spoon over the steak.
Transfer steak to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

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