Cast Iron Filets

4.42 from 12 votes

Cast Iron Filet Mignons are the epitome of delicate, lean, and buttery. Simple to make but feel ultra luxurious and indulgent.

Prep Time5

Cook Time11

Total Time16

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, French

Keyword: Cast Iron Filet Mignon, Filet Mignon

Servings:

Calories: 198kcal

Author: Kelly Anthony

Pat the excess moisture away from the fillets using paper towels, set them aside on a work surface, and allow them to sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes to remove the chill. In the meantime, preheat the oven to 450°F.
Once the oven is preheated, add Kosher salt and pepper to a small bowl and mix together. Drizzle the steaks with the oil and rub all over. Add half of the seasoning mix to one side of the steaks, gently pat, turn them over, and add the remaining seasoning mix. Rub seasoning all over to adhere.
Place a cast-iron skillet over high heat and allow it to get screaming hot. Add 2 tablespoons of oil and place the steaks down on the skillet. Sear for 3 minutes, without jostling or moving. Turn and sear for 3 minutes more on the other side.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 3 minutes for rare, 4 minutes for medium-rare, 5 minutes for medium, and 6-7 minutes for well-done.
Remove from the oven and immediately transfer the steaks from the skillet to a plate or serving dish. Top each steak with a tablespoon of butter, loosely tent with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 10 minutes. Serve and enjoy.