My first introduction to a bone-in ribeye steak was at my niece Jen’s house in Las Vegas. Her husband, Cliff, grilled the most flavorful steak, and I knew I had to try making it at home. I started by searing it on the stovetop and finished it in the oven to medium-rare. It pairs perfectly with my Delicious Sautéed Zucchini and Squash.

Juicy Baked Bone-In Ribeye Steak on a platter with herbed butter.

Ingredients

Bone-in Ribeye Steak (1 inch) – the ribeye has rich marbling and a tender texture
Sea Salt – use a salt that is chunkier than table salt for dry brining
Spade L Ranch Beef Seasoning – known for grilling but works great in the oven too!
Olive Oil – use a light olive oil to maintain a 400-degree smoke point. I used cold-pressed
Seasoned Butter – the perfect finish to this Ribeye Steak

Full ingredient list and instructions are in the recipe card below.

Steak Doneness Guide

Rare: 120-125°F (cool to warm red center, soft and tender texture)
Medium Rare: 130-135°F (warm red center, perfect steak texture – recommended)
Medium: 140-145°F (hot pink center, slightly firmer texture)
Medium Well: 150-155°F (mostly brown center, firm texture)
Well Done: 160°F and above (no color, very firm and much drier

Perfect Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Corn on the cob
Roasted potatoes
Garlic green beans
Macaroni salad
Simple salad

Equipment

HexClad Frying Pan or Cast Iron Skillet
tongs
oven mitts
Chef's knife
cutting board

Ingredients

1 Bone-in Ribeye Steak 1-inch steak
1 tablespoon Spade L Ranch Beef Seasoning
2 tablespoons Olive Oil 1 for steak and reserve 1 for the frying pan
1 tablespoon Butter
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

Dry Brining

Season the steak generously on both sides with sea salt. Once seasoned, place the steak uncovered on a baking rack to allow airflow on both sides for at least 1 hour and up to 2 days, letting the salt work its magic.

Preparation

Remove the steak from the refrigerator. Before seasoning, pat both sides dry with a paper towel to remove moisture (there should be very little). Preheat the oven to 450℉.
1 Bone-in Ribeye Steak
Brush ½ tablespoon of olive oil over both sides of the steak, then season with Spade L Ranch Beef seasoning.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon Spade L Ranch Beef Seasoning

Cooking

Heat a Frying Pan. In a frying pan or cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat until it’s very hot.
Sear the Steak. Place the steak in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, until a nice crust forms. Don't forget the sides.

Use Tongs. When handling the steak, use tongs rather than a fork to avoid piercing the meat and losing juices.

Transfer to Oven. After searing, transfer the skillet directly to the preheated oven.
Cook to Desired Doneness. Cook the steak in the oven for 5- 10 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness.

See the Notes section for a quick rundown of our recommended internal temperatures for different levels of doneness:

Remove From Oven and add Parsley-Rosemary Butter. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1/2 teaspoon each of dried parsley and rosemary.
Let it Rest. Once the steak reaches your desired temperature, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 to 20 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, keeping it juicy.
Slice and Serve. After resting, slice the steak against the grain and serve.

Avoid Overcooking. Watch the steak as it cooks, and remember it will continue to cook slightly while resting.

Notes

This recipe is great for hosting guests because it comes together with little effort – just double the recipe for four!

I recommend medium-rare for the perfect steak. Remember, the steak will continue to cook during the rest period.

Rare | 120°F
Medium Rare | 130°F
Medium | 140°F
Medium Well | 150°F
Well Done | 160°F

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