Filet Mignon with Shrimp & Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce
Filet Mignon with Shrimp & Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce featuring tender steak, buttery shrimp, and a rich garlic herb cream sauce. A restaurant-style dinner that feels indulgent yet easy at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American / Steakhouse
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Filet Mignon
4 filet mignon steaks (6–8 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)
For the Shrimp
12 large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails on)
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Creamy Garlic Herb Sauce
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken or seafood broth
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
1. Season the Steaks
Pat filets dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and rosemary or thyme if using.
2. Sear the Filets
Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot and sizzling, add steaks.
Sear 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare (adjust to preference).
Transfer to a plate and loosely tent with foil to rest.
3. Cook the Shrimp
In the same skillet, add butter. Season shrimp with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cook 1–2 minutes per side, just until pink and lightly caramelized. Remove and set aside.
4. Start the Sauce
Lower heat to medium. Add butter and minced garlic. Sauté 30 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
5. Make It Creamy
Pour in broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes.
6. Finish the Sauce
Stir in Parmesan and Dijon (if using). Season with salt and pepper.
Simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Assemble & Serve
Place filets on plates, spoon sauce over the top, and nestle shrimp alongside.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Keep shrimp tails on for visual impact
Spoon sauce around the steak, then drizzle on top
Finish with parsley and a pinch of paprika
Serve with mashed potatoes, roasted baby potatoes, or buttery pasta
Add a lemon wedge for brightness
