- Remove the steaks from the fridge and set them aside for 15-30 minutes to come to room temperature. Get rid of any extra fat.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.
- While the oven is heating up, place a large skillet in it. Remove the pan from the oven and set it over high heat on the stove.
- Using a paper towel, pat dries the steaks.
- Then, generously season the steaks with salt and pepper after rubbing the oil over them.
- Place the steaks in the pan once it is very hot. Then proceed to cook for 1 minute on each side until seared. Then use tongs to flip.
- After that, bake the pan for 4-6 minutes. Cook for another 4-6 minutes on the other side.
- Use a meat thermometer or a knife to slice through the center to check for doneness.
- Remove the meat 5 degrees before it reaches the required temperature. While resting, the temperature will continue to climb.
- Using an oven mitt, remove the pan from the oven and set it aside to cool for a few minutes. Place a thick slice of butter on top of each steak.
You can watch this video recipe to cook thick steak in the oven.