Chuck Eye Steak with Caramelized Onions Recipe

Seared Chuck Eye steaks topped with caramelized onions, red bell peppers, fresh basil, and toasted pine nuts, plated on a white dish for a steakhouse-style meal.

Looking for a savory steak recipe with bold flavor and simple ingredients? This Chuck Eye Steak recipe delivers juicy steaks topped with caramelized onions, peppers, basil, and toasted pine nuts.

The Essentials:

  • 4 Best Beef Chuck Eye Steaks
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh basil sprigs (optional)

Caramelized Onions:

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped sweet onion
  • 3/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Pan to Plate:

  1. Spray a medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat over medium to medium-high heat.
  2. Add onions and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently.
  3. Add bell peppers and continue cooking for another 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. Stir in basil, pine nuts, balsamic vinegar, and black pepper.
  5. In a small bowl, mix together molasses, Worcestershire sauce, and the remaining balsamic vinegar.
  6. Heat a second skillet over medium heat. Season steaks and cook to desired doneness.
  7. During the last few minutes of cooking, brush steaks with the molasses mixture.
  8. Season with salt to taste and serve topped with the caramelized onion mixture.

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