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This delicious chateaubriand recipe guides you from start to finish for a perfectly oven-roasted tenderloin roast with a reverse sear finish carved into medium-rare slices. Pair this white tablecloth meal with herbaceous compound butter and rich pan sauce with every melt-in-your-mouth bite of meat. It’s the perfect filet mignon roast to make for special dinners!

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Table of Contents

  1. 🥩 the cut: What Is Chateaubriand?
  2. Chateaubriand Ingredients
  3. How to Make Chateaubriand
    1. Prep the beef tenderloin roast
    2. Roastthe chateaubriand
    3. Reverse Sear
    4. Rest and Serve
  4. Girl Carnivore EXPERT RECIPE TIPS
  5. What to Serve With Chateaubriand
  6. Recipe FAQs
  7. MORE DELICIOUS BEEF TENDERLOIN RECIPES
  8. Save This Recipe ✉️
  9. Oven Roasted Chateaubriand Recipe Recipe

In this recipe:

  • Tenderloin

If you’re looking for the perfect main dish for a holiday gathering or special dinner party, this chateaubriand will be a great addition to your table. Even though it only requires several simple ingredients, this lean and fork-tender roast is the piece de resistance of beef cuts. Paired with your favorite vegetables and side dishes, this is a celebratory roast recipe worthy of special occasions, holiday feasts, and romantic date nights.

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🥩 the cut: What Is Chateaubriand?

Where the word chateaubriand can refer to several things in the culinary world, from a method of cooking to a beloved dish of an early 19th-century French aristocrat. For this recipe, we are referring to the actual cut of beef.

The chateaubriand is cut from the whole beef tenderloin and is the perfectly cylindrical center cut of beef tenderloin. It is incredibly tender, due to the tenderloin’s position on a cow at the top of the back loin, a relatively unused muscle area, and very lean. Of all of the roasts, the tenderloin roast is the most tender cut.

However, because this cut of meat is so lean, it has a mild delicate flavor, lacking the beefier bolder flavors like in the teres major steak. And lacking heavy marbling often coveted in other cuts like the prime rib roast, the chateaubriand can easily dry out if overcooked.

Ideally, cooking this roast delicately to a perfect medium rare is best to retain juices and delicious flavor. The tenderloin roast, with its mild flavor, benefits hugely from being served with a classic red wine sauce, creamy peppercorn sauce, or compound butter.

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Chateaubriand Ingredients

  • Center-cut beef tenderloin roast called a chateaubriand. You won’t find this cut in most markets. We order meat online from WildForkFoods or trim a whole beef tenderloin ourselves. You could also ask at a local butcher shop. If you ask a skillet butcher for a chateaubriand roast, expect an expertly trimmed, even roast.
  • Salt– we always use Kosher salt for cooking
  • Canola oil – or other neutral cooking oil
  • Garlic Junkie seasoning, Jack Daniels Steak seasoning, or your favorite peppery and punchy steak seasoning.
  • Butter– unsalted, plus more for resting, or compound butter for resting
  • Garlic – whole cloves
  • Fresh Rosemary sprigs

How to Make Chateaubriand

Altho it sounds francy, don’t let that intimidate you. Follow the steps to this easy recipe for the best way to make a perfect Chateaubriand.

Prep the beef tenderloin roast

Remove from the package and pat the chateaubriand dry with paper towels.

Using butcher’s twine, tie the roast about every inch or so. This helps to maintain the overall shape while it’s cooking, altho an expertly butchered center-cut tenderloin should be even in thickness from edge to edge. And then season liberally with salt.

Place on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet in the fridge for 8 hours. This is going to dry brine the roast, which helps add depth to the flavor and dry out the surface for cooking.

Remove from fridge and set at room temperature for an hour.

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Roastthe chateaubriand

When it’s time to cook the roast, allow it to sit at room temperature for about 1 hour and preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.

Place the roast, still on the baking sheet and wire rack, in the oven and cook for roughly 40-45 minutes—until the internal temperature reaches 120 degrees F with an instant-read meat thermometer.

Reverse Sear

Once the roast has cooked to 120, remove from the oven and preheat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

When starting to smoke, add butter and oil to the bottom of the pan and swirl to coat.

When the butter has melted, add the garlic and rosemary and place the chateaubriand in the skillet. Brown the roast on all sides, roughly 2 minutes per side, about 8 to 10 minutes; use a spoon to continue to baste the roast in the melted butter as it rotates for an even sear. Use long tongs to flip the beef for safety and to help prevent the tenderloin roast from rolling in the pan.

Remove from heat and transfer the roast to a cutting board.

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Rest and Serve

Tent the chateaubriand roast with aluminum foil and allow it to rest for 15 minutes.

When ready to serve, slice the medium rare roast into even portions, about 1 inch thick. Because a center-cut beef tenderloin roast is pretty even from edge to edge, the portions should be almost exact.

All tenderloins are better with some added flavor. Sprinkle with a pinch more salt and freshly ground black pepper to serve along with our favorite steak toppings; herb compound butter, classic bearnaise sauce, smooth red wine sauce, brandy peppercorn sauce, or blue cheese sauce.If you’re feeling really indulgent, add our favorite smoked crab imperial recipe on top.

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Girl Carnivore EXPERT RECIPE TIPS

Chateaubriand is incredibly tender, which is great, but it also lacks marbling or fat, which means it is incredibly lean, just like the filet mignon. Cooking this cut past medium rare will quickly dry it out and cause the meat to toughen.

Use a heavy hand with butter while searing and resting to help add some umami and juiciness to the roast.

Because the roast is even in size, it’s hard to know where to insert the instant read thermometer probe to check for doneness. In this case, insert the probe on the side of the meat, around the center of the roast, about 1″ into the meat, for your most accurate temperature.

Leftovers & Reheating

Refrigerate leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container or double-wrapped tightly in plastic wrap. If stored properly and placed in the refrigerator, leftover chateaubriand can last up to three to four days. This is a recipe best to eat fresh, the longer it sits in the fridge, the more dried out it will get.

Reheat: Preheat oven to 250 degrees F. beef tenderloin roast, if reheating whole, in a baking dish with a splash of water or beef broth and cover loosely with foil. Bake it for 10-15 minutes or until it’s heated through.

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What to Serve With Chateaubriand

Potato dishes, vegetables like green beans, and a bread roll are the perfect addition to a classic dish like chateaubriand. Here are a few more side dish ideas:

  • Domino Potatoes
  • Smoked Cabbage
  • Smoked Brussels Sprouts
  • Creamed Leeks
  • Steakhouse Keto Creamed Spinach
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Recipe FAQs

IS CHATEAUBRIAND THE SAME AS FILET MIGNON?

When referring to the cut, yes, the chateaubriand is essentially filet mignon as a roast cut. Chateaubriand is the trimmed tenderloin served in a large cut as a roast. Filet mignon are steaks cut from the tenderloin, but they can also be cut from the tips of the whole cut and not just the center. See our full guide on how to trim a whole tenderloin for more info on what makes these the same, and different. They are both tender and lean and are best paired with rich sauces for the best results.

How many people does a chateaubriand serve?

A chateaubriand is the perfect cut of meat for serving around 4 to 6 people with sides dishes.

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Oven Roasted Chateaubriand Recipe

5 from 17 votes

Prep: 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Cook: 55 minutes mins

Resting Time: 15 minutes mins

Total: 9 hours hrs 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8

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This classic Chateaubriand recipe is rubbed with a steak seasoning crust and cooked in the oven to perfection before finishing with the reverse sear method for the perfect crust and medium rare center.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb center-cut beef tenderloin roast also called chateaubriand
  • 1 tbsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Junkie seasoning from Spiceology or Jack Daniels Steak seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Canola oil divided
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 2 Garlic cloves
  • 1 Rosemary sprig

Instructions

Prep the beef tenderloin roast:

  • Pat the chateaubriand dry with paper towels.

  • Using butchers twine, tie the roast about every inch or so to help with even cooking.

  • Season liberally with salt.

  • Place on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet in the fridge for 8 hours

Roast

  • Remove from the fridge and set at room temperature for 45 minutes to 1 hour.

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.

  • Place the roast on the wire rack in the oven and cook until the international temperature reaches 120 degrees F, about 40-45 minutes. Always check the temp with an instant read digital thermometer.

  • Carefully remove the rack from the oven.

Sear:

  • Preheat a large 10 to 12" cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.

  • When just starting to smoke, add butter and oil to pan and swirl to coat.

  • As soon as the butter has melted, add the garlic and rosemary to the pan.

  • Place the cooked chateaubriand in the hot skillet and brown on all sides, about 8 to 10 minutes total, about 2 minutes per side. Use long tongs to rotate evenly and a spoon to continue to baste the meat with the melted butter.

  • Remove from heat.

Rest and Serve:

  • On a clean cutting board, tent the roast with foil and allow it to rest for 15 minutes. As it rests, top with compound butter for more flavor.

  • To serve, slice the roast into even portions, about 1” thick.

  • Serve with desired sauces and sides.

Video

Notes

Chateaubriand is simply a center-cut beef tenderloin roast, trimmed for the perfect cylindrical even shape. It is the prime cut of the tenderloin making for an ideal roast.

Serve with herb butter, bearnaise sauce, peppercorn sauce, or blue cheese sauce.

While the meat rests, top it with high quality butter or one of our favorite compound butters for even more flavor. This will help infuse the lean cut with more umami flavor for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 939mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.02g | Vitamin A: 57IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 3mg

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: French

Author: Kita Roberts

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FAQs

How many people does a 2 lb Chateaubriand feed? ›

Each roast serves 3-4.

How to cook the perfect chateaubriand? ›

Sear the beef at high temperature, turning frequently until coloured all over – around 5 minutes should be sufficient. Roasting is likely to take approximately 1 hour. Aim for 49-51°C for rare, 53-55°C for medium-rare, 57-59°C for medium.

What is the difference between chateaubriand and tenderloin roast? ›

The Chateaubriand is one of the more unique cuts of beef that has its own historical preparation method. This French name is applied to the center section of a beef tenderloin when it is cut into thirds. You may also find it labeled as a center-cut tenderloin roast.

Why is chateaubriand so expensive? ›

Chateaubriand steak commands a higher price than all other tenderloin cuts because it comes from the one and only center of the tenderloin.

How long does it take to cook a 3 lb Chateaubriand? ›

Lightly brush roast with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. 3. Roast in a roasting pan approximately 15 minutes per pound for medium-rare (a 2 pound roast will take about 30 minutes to cook) or to desired internal temperature.

How much Chateaubriand for 6 people? ›

Each Chateaubriand order is 1.75 lbs. and serves 4 to 6 people.

Which is better fillet or chateaubriand? ›

Chateaubriand is the thick cut of the tenderloin from the fillet head, which has a more distinct taste than the fillet and expertly butchered into individual steaks. “Served with a delicious red wine sauce, it's the best choice for a sophisticated steak supper.”

What makes chateaubriand special? ›

Chateaubriand is a classic French dish that is widely considered one of the most luxurious cuts of beef. It is a thick steak cut from the center of a beef tenderloin, and is typically served with a rich sauce and various side dishes.

What's the difference between delmonico and chateaubriand? ›

Chateaubriand (pronounced "sha-toe-bree-AHN") is a culinary term, which, like Delmonico steak, manages to convey meaning while remaining all but undefinable. In fact, when defined broadly enough, the words "chateaubriand "and "Delmonico steak" could conceivably be used to refer to the same piece of meat.

Why is it called chateaubriand? ›

As legend has it, the chateaubriand was named after a French aristocrat named François-René de Chateaubriand, whose chef invented a method of cooking a large, boneless cut of beef by wrapping it in poor-quality steaks (sometimes recounted as the smaller end pieces from the filet), tying it up, grilling it until charred ...

Is chateaubriand worth it? ›

Chateaubriand is also the most decadent, tender beef roast and is perfect for special occasions and holidays. This roast-size filet mignon is designed to impress with mild, delicate beef flavor and incredible tenderness.

Why is chateaubriand served for two? ›

Like the filet mignon, chateaubriand is taken from the fillet, or tenderloin. The filet mignon comes from the small, narrow end, and the chateaubriand is taken from the thick end of the fillet, yielding enough meat that the dish is customarily served for two.

What's the most expensive steak cut? ›

1. A5 Japanese Kobe Beef. The A5 Japanese Kobe steak holds the record for being one of the most expensive steaks. While the prices may range at different places, one thing is certain - the pricing point is way above most cuts.

What wine goes best with chateaubriand? ›

A regal cut (or preparation, or whatever you want to call it) of beef like a chateaubriand calls for a luscious, complex red wine. Castellano suggests pairing it with a cabernet sauvignon, with tannins and structure to complement the flavorful meat.

How much Chateaubriand for 7 people? ›

Cut from the thickest section of the fillet, the chateaubriand is perfect for roasting as a joint for a small group, due to it's tenderness and delicate flavour. Allow approximately 200-250g per person.

How big is a Chateaubriand for 2? ›

The center section of the beef tenderloin used for Chateaubriand weighs about 12 ounces and is most often prepared as a small roast. It makes a lovely presentation and the perfect portion size for an elegant two-person meal.

How many people does 2 pounds of meat feed? ›

What weight of meat per person to order?
Boneless MeatNumber of PeopleBone in meat
2lb / 0.91kg4 – 53lb / 1.36kg
3lb / 1.36kg6 – 74lb / 1.82kg
4lb / 1.82kg8 – 96lb / 2.73kg
5lb / 2.27kg10 – 117lb / 3.18kg
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What is a serving size of Chateaubriand? ›

Chateaubriand stk 16 oz by Beaver Street Fisheries Inc.
Nutrition Facts
Portion Size113 g
Amount Per Portion160
Calories
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