Get my simple Chuck Eye Steaks recipe and enjoy this flavorful and affordable cut of steak. It’s easy to cook on the stove or grill.
This budget-friendly cut of meat can be as tender and juicy as ribeye steaks if they are cooked well. Chuck Eye steaks have great beefy flavor and marbling but their odd shape can sometimes make preparing them a challenge. I’ve got tips to make it easy though and I can’t wait for you to taste these great chuck eye steaks.
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Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Place steaks in skillet; cook 9 to 11 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Season with salt.
Video: Cooking Chuck Eye Steaks
Chuck eye steaks are a cut that come from near the rib-eye steaks, sometimes referred to as the poor man’s ribeye or rib-eye on a budget. This is different from a chuck roast or chuck steak which tend to be braised low and slow. Chuck eye steaks work best with a quick cook over higher heat either on the grill or stove.
While they are a very affordable cut of grilling steak, they are not always available as there are only two of this cut from each animal. Also, because of the different muscle groups and connective tissue in this cut, they can seem to be falling apart sometimes. But, there’s a trick to getting them to stay together and cook perfectly, and I’ll tell you that tip now!
Tip For Holding Chuck Eye Steaks Together
Since chuck eye steaks tend to have an odd shape with loosely connected pieces, they are sometimes sold with string tying each steak together. Tying them together yourself can be tricky though, especially since they tend towards the thinner side. So what do you do if yours isn’t already tied?
Use a small wooden skewer! It’s much easier to skewer rather than tie these steaks and it really helps them hold together and cook evenly.
How to Cook a Cheap Chuck Steak That’s Better Than a Ribeye
FAQ
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How long do you cook a chuck steak?
For 2 1/2 to 3 pounds of chuck steak, bake the steak for 1 hour and 15 minutes to 1 hour and 45 minutes. The chuck steak will be completely tender when it’s finished braising and ready to serve. If you check the temperature, the steak should be between 145 degrees F (62 C) for medium-rare and 175 F (79 C) for well-done.
How do you cook a chuck steak in the oven?
Preheat the oven and season the steak. Turn the oven on to 325 degrees F (162 C). Place 2 tablespoons of vegetable or canola oil in a large pot or Dutch oven. Heat the oil over medium heat and sprinkle the chuck steak with salt and pepper. If you need to stock up on meat ahead of time, you can find excellent steak and roast options here.
How do you cook chuck steak in a frying pan?
Preheat. Heat a cast iron skillet ( or other heavy-bottomed frying pan or skillet) to medium-high heat. Season steaks. While your skillet is heating, place your chuck steaks on a baking sheet to prep. Coat each steak with half of the olive oil. Season both sides of the steaks with any steak seasoning, then pat the seasoning into place.
Can I cook more than one chuck steak at a time?
If you want to cook more than one chuck steak at a time, make sure to not overcrowd your pan. You may want to use more than one skillet or pan at a time.