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Parmesan Crusted Steak is the perfect dinner idea for any special occasion. Made with simple ingredients, this is one recipe you’ll come back to over and over again.
If you think juicy, flavorful steaks are only available at restaurants, I have the perfect recipe for you. With a parmesan crust and loaded with flavor in each bite, this amazing recipe is sure to impress your guests. Seared steak topped with a creamy and golden cheesy crust that comes together in under 30 minutes!
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How to Make Parmesan Crusted Steak
Here is a brief overview of how this recipe for parmesan crusted steak comes together. For the full recipe including all measurements, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Make the parmesan crust mixture. Combine softened butter, shredded parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs in your food processor and mix.
- Freeze the mixture. Scoop the mixture onto a sheet of wax or parchment paper. Roll into a log and twist the ends shut. Place in the freezer for about 45 minutes, until the butter is slightly firm.
- Cook the steaks. Season your steaks and place them in the hot skillet. Sear the steaks for about two minutes per side. Transfer them to the oven and continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, or until the steak is *almost* cooked to your desired temperature.
- Add the parmesan crust. Cut off slices of the hardened butter mixture and add them to each steak. Turn the broiler on to medium-high and broil until the crust is golden brown. Enjoy!
Buying Steak
This recipe can made with any type of thick-cut steak. I usually make it with filets. Use a meat thermometer to know when your steak is cooked to your desired doneness.
The steaks can be grilled on a grill pan or cooked in a cast iron skillet on your stovetop.
Cook your steaks in a cast iron skillet that can go right into the oven from the stovetop for easy cooking and cleanup.
The thickness of a steak directly affects the time it will take for it to reached your desired doneness. If you prefer your steak rare, medium rare, 1.5-2 inch thick steak is a great option. If you prefer steak cooked to medium, a 1.5 inch thick steak works well, and if you prefer your steak medium well or well done, a thinner steak (around 1 inch) will be the best option so that the steak doesn’t excessively dry out..
While these steaks look and taste like something you would order at a steakhouse, the ingredients and the prep are very simple, making this an easy dinner to make right at home. Make the creamy parmesan crust recipe ahead of time to make this a 30 minute meal!
Steak Temperature and Doneness Guide:
Wondering what temperature to cook your steak to? Here are the general guidelines for internal steak temperature an doneness:
- Rare – 125 degrees Fahrenheit
- Medium Rare – 135 degrees Fahrenheit
- Medium – 145 degrees Fahrenheit
- Medium Well – 150-155 degrees Fahrenheit
- Well Done – 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
Making The Parmesan Crust
Made with just three ingredients, adding this parmesan crust recipe to your steak will elevate the flavor and create a crisp layer on top. Combine your butter, finely grated parmesan cheese, and panko breadcrumbs in your food processor or blender to thoroughly mix. You can also use a hand mixer, a large wooden spoon, or a spatula to combine them. Transfer the mixture to the freezer for it to harden.
I recommend freezing the mixture for at least 45 minutes, but can be done up to a few days in advance and kept in your freezer until you make the steaks. Having it prepped ahead of time makes these steaks come together in under 30 minutes! If you don’t use all of your mixture, keep it in your freezer for another day when you are craving these steaks.
By broiling the steaks with the butter mixture on top, we achieve the golden crispy crust. Be sure to watch them closely while they are broiling as they can burn very quickly.
What to Serve With Parmesan Crusted Steak
Round out your meal with these easy sides.
If you make this parmesan crusted steak recipe or any of my other recipes, please leave a comment and let me know what you think. It makes my day to hear from you!
Parmesan Crusted Steak
Ingredients
Parmesan Crust Ingredients
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup butter softenend
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
Steak Ingredients
- 2 Tenderloin Filets or the steak of your choice
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- One hour before preparing the steaks, make the Parmesan Crust. In your food processor (you can also use a hand mixer, a large wooden spoon, or a spatula) combine finely grated parmesan cheese, softened butter, and panko bread crumbs until well combined. Scoop the mixture onto a sheet of wax or parchment paper. Roll into a log and twist the ends shut. Place in the freezer for about 45 minutes, until the butter is slightly firm.
- Season the steaks: Sprinkle each steak with salt and black pepper.
- Heat a large grill pan or cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Place the steaks in the pan and sear the steaks for about two minutes per side. When the steaks are seared, transfer them to the oven and continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, or until the steak is *almost* cooked to your desired temperature. Use a meat thermometer to ensure each steak is cooked to perfection.
- Remove the Parmesan Crust mixture from the freezer and cut off slices for each steak. Note: You will not use all of the parmesan crust. Just slice off as much as you wish to use and save the remaining for another day.
- Top each steak with the parmesan crust. Turn the broiler on to medium-high and broil until the crust is golden brown. Enjoy!
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