If you’re looking for a great recipe that feels indulgent yet timeless, this Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon in Garlic Butter Sauce is hard to beat. Inspired by classic supper club kitchens, this dish delivers everything you want in a perfect steak: a good sear, crispy bacon, a tender steak center, and rich garlic butter flavor.
It’s the kind of classic steakhouse dinner that turns an ordinary evening into a special occasion, whether you’re hosting dinner guests or planning a memorable New Years Eve party, Christmas Dinner, Valentine’s Day or a special meal at home.
Filet mignon is also known as tenderloin filet. It is known as being the king of steaks, and for good reason. This lean cut of beef comes from the beef tenderloin, a cut of meat with very little connective tissue, which means buttery texture and delicate muscle fibers when cooked properly.
This bacon-wrapped filet recipe enhances that natural tenderness with extra flavor and a foolproof cooking method that delivers the best results every time.
Why This Supper Club Method Works
This is truly the best way to prepare filet mignon at home. The steaks are first seared on the stove top in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, then finished in the oven for even cooking. This cooking method creates a perfect sear and a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside a juicy steak that practically melts in your mouth.
Wrapping each steak with a strip of bacon adds savory flavor and helps seal in moisture. As the bacon cooks, it turns into crispy bacon that hugs the sides of the steak, making for an impressive bacon presentation worthy of any dinner table.
Once you try this technique, it might change the way you cook steak forever.
What Makes This Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon So Good
This bacon wrapped filet mignon may look like a showstopper, but it’s surprisingly quick and easy to prepare without any complicated steps.
- The bacon does far more than add beautiful presentation. As it cooks, it infuses the filet mignon with rich, savory flavor while helping lock in moisture.
- The result is an incredibly juicy steak with that irresistible contrast of tender beef and crispy bacon crunch in every bite.
- Fresh garlic infuses the butter, enhances the natural tenderness of the steak without overpowering it.
- By searing on the stovetop and finishing in the oven, this method delivers consistently perfect results. It locks in juices, develops a beautifully charred exterior, and ensures the steak cooks evenly from edge to center.
- Best of all, you can cook each steak exactly how you like it.
Serve it with your favorite sauce, whether that’s a classic horseradish sauce, a simple pan sauce, or nothing at all. This steak truly shines on its own. This recipe ideal for family dinners or special occasions where everyone has a preference.
Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon in Garlic Butter Sauce
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Ingredients
- 1 Beef Filet Steak 8 to 10 ounces, 1 1/2 – 2 inches thick, beef tenderloin
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 Piece Thin Bacon
- 1 Tablespoon Butter more if needed
- 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Cloves Garlic Fresh garlic cloves smashed, or garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Remove the steaks from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes. This helps the steak cook evenly. Pat the steaks dry thoroughly with paper towels, then season all sides of the steak generously with kosher salt and pepper. Set aside on a cutting board.1 Beef Filet Steak, Kosher salt, Freshly ground black pepper
- Wrap each filet with a bacon slice, overlapping slightly so it stays snug. Secure with toothpicks or kitchen twine.1 Piece Thin Bacon
- Sear for the Perfect Crust. Heat an oven proof skillet such as a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Make sure it is sizzling by dropping a few drops of water in it. If they sizzle, the pan is ready. Brush steak with olive oil. add the steak to the skillet and sear on both sides until a nice color develops. About 1 minute per side.1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
- Add butter and garlic to pan. Oven Finish. Transfer the skillet into the oven to finish cooking. Continue cooking 7 to 10 minutes for medium rare. 10 minutes for medium-rate steaks. And 12-14 minutes for medium. Remove from the oven and let the steak rest for 5 minutes before serving.1 Tablespoon Butter, 2 Cloves Garlic
Your Own Private Notes
Notes
How to Check for Doneness of Steak
Use a meat thermometer or instant read thermometer to check internal temperature:- Rare: 120–125 degrees F
- Medium-rare steaks: 130–135 degrees F
- Medium: 140–145 degrees F
Nutrition
Tips for the Best Steak
- Use a heavy cast-iron skillet or oven-safe skillet for even heat.
- Don’t rush the sear. A good steak needs time to develop a nice crust.
- This same method works for other cuts of steak, but filet remains the most tender steak.
What to Serve with Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon
This makes a great meal with classic sides like baked potatoes, roasted potatoes, mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes and green beans, or simple sautéed green beans. The rich garlic butter sauce pairs beautifully with vegetables cooked or crusty bread for soaking up every drop.
Leftovers & Storage
If you happen to have leftover steak, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven to preserve the tender texture and savory flavor.
Restaurant Quality Steak at Home
This bacon-wrapped filet mignon steaks recipe brings supper club tradition straight into your kitchen. With a perfect steak, impressive bacon wrap, and simple garlic butter sauce, it’s ideal for entertaining or celebrating life’s special moments. Whether you’re new to cooking filet mignon or looking for your new go-to steak recipe, this one delivers every time.
A great recipe to make at home for a fancy meal without paying the high price of a fancy restaurant meal.