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How to Cook Filet Mignon in Oven

Learn How to Cook Filet Mignon in the Oven using a cast iron skillet to sear the crust and then bake until perfectly cooked and tender! Using the temperature guide and this foolproof method you'll get the most juicy and flavor-packed steak to impress on date night for a fraction of the price you'd pay at a restaurant!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 298 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 6-8 oz. filet mignon steaks about 1.5” thick
  • 1-2 Tbsp. oil avocado or olive
  • salt and black pepper coarse ground

Instructions

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  1. Bring to Room Temperature: Remove steaks from the refrigerator 30-60 minutes before cooking to bring them to room temperature.
  2. Heat Skillet: When ready to cook, add a cast iron skillet to the oven and set the temperature to 450 degrees.
  3. Season Steaks: While the oven is preheating, sprinkle filets liberally with coarse ground salt and black pepper on both sides. Drizzle each steak with a few teaspoons of oil, rubbing it in to coat the filet completely.
  4. Sear Steaks: Once the oven reaches temperature, remove the skillet and place over medium-high heat. Add prepared steaks to the dry skillet and cook for 2 minutes, undisturbed. (The skillet may be smoking slightly- that’s ok!) Flip the steaks and cook for 2 more minutes.
  5. Bake in Oven: Transfer skillet to the oven and cook for 3-4 minutes for a rare steak (pull out at 120 degrees), 5-6 minutes for medium (pull out at 130 degrees), and 7-8 minutes for medium-well (pull out at 140-145 degrees.)*
  6. Rest then Serve: Remove the steak from the skillet immediately, place on a separate plate and tent with aluminum foil. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving with garlic herb butter, caramelized onions, or sauteed mushrooms.

Notes

  • *Remember, cook times will vary based on the thickness and size of the steak. These times are based on a 6-8 ounce steak that is 1.5” thick.
  • Storage Directions:
  • Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days. You can freeze steak in a freezer-safe container for up to 6 months, but note the texture will change. Let it thaw slowly in the fridge, then warm it up in a skillet.
  • Recipe Tips:
  • Go heavy-duty. Cast-iron skillets can tolerate high heat, plus they get better and acquire more flavor with time!
  • Similar size. When selecting your cuts, be sure to pick ones uniform in width and thickness so they cook evenly. 
  • Avoid overcooking. Remember, you can always pop it back in the oven, but you can't un-cook it!
  • Don't skimp on flavor. Coat the steaks liberally with a combination of sea salt and course black pepper. You pretty much can't go overboard here!

Nutrition Information

Calories 298kcal (15%) Protein 15g (30%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 0.03g Cholesterol 60mg (20%) Sodium 42mg (2%) Potassium 259mg (7%) Calcium 6mg (1%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 298

% Daily Value*

Calories 298kcal 15%
Protein 15g 30%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 0.03g 2%
Cholesterol 60mg 20%
Sodium 42mg 2%
Potassium 259mg 6%
Calcium 6mg 1%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.