Here’s how to cook steak in a skillet so it’s packed with grill-like flavor.

It couldn’t be easier.

Skillet-Cooked Steak, Step-by-Step

First, be sure you’re using a proper skillet.

flipping seared steak in skillet with tongs

Adding seasoned steaks to a skillet.

Use one that’s heavy and the right size for the amount of steak you’re cooking.

A skillet that’s too large will cause the pan juices to burn.

(These directions also apply tohow to cook steakin acast-iron skillet.)

checking sear of steak with tongs

Turning steaks during cooking.

Your skillet-cooked steak is ready to eat.

Always check the temperature with ameat thermometer.

This will reheat the meat thoroughly while keeping a juicy texture.

placing aluminum foil onto cutting board

Tenting steak with foil.

plated cooked steak seared with skillet

Finished steak served on top of a salad.