Dutch Oven Prime Rib Roast (Prime Rib Roast in Dutch Oven)

This prime rib roast in Dutch oven recipe is easier than you think! With just 4 ingredients, it’s the perfect main dish to impress at any occasion.

This recipe for prime rib roast in Dutch oven is a foolproof way to pull off the intimidating prime rib roast. And yes, we just used “prime rib roast” and “easy” in one sentence. 

Serve your loved ones with restaurant-quality prime rib roast using only 4 ingredients that won’t require you a trip to the grocery store. 

Perfectly seasoned, succulent, and worthy of a dinner party, we can keep this Dutch oven method for prime rib roast our secret. ?

So, if you’ve wanted to tick off prime rib roast from your cooking bucket list but are too worried that you might mess up the highly desirable (and pricey, haha!) cut, let this Dutch oven prime rib recipe guide you.

What Is Prime Rib Roast in Dutch Oven?

Ah, prime rib roast… Succulent, beautifully marbled, and downright impressive.

Despite its simplicity, every bite of this dish is what a meat lover’s dream is made of. 

Prime rib roast is a preparation of roast beef using what most people call the tastiest and most tender cut, the prime rib. 

It’s the best piece of meat money can buy, but because it’s not cheap, it can be daunting to make prime rib roast. 

If your mouth is already watering and you want to turn your homecooked prime rib roast dreams into reality, let me introduce you to this prime rib roast in Dutch oven recipe. 

Instead of making it the classic way, AKA preparing the prime rib on a rack over a roasting pan, we’ll cook our prime rib in a Dutch oven. 

It’s the perfect vessel to get an evenly cooked, juicy, and flavorful roast beef every single time!

Why You’ll Love This Prime Rib Roast Recipe

• Foolproof: Prime rib roast in Dutch oven will give you perfectly tender roast because the Dutch oven ensures even cooking. Just be familiar with the recommended cooking time, temperature, and tips for preparing the meat before cooking it. Scroll down to know what these are! 
• 4 Ingredients: This Dutch oven prime rib recipe doesn’t require anything fancy (other than prime rib, of course.) You only need butter, salt, and pepper!
• Impressive: Prime rib roast is undoubtedly a showstopping dish. Whether for the holidays, a fancy date night, or any special occasion, this roast makes an impressive alternative to turkey and ham. 

What Does Dutch Oven Prime Rib Taste Like?

This recipe for prime rib roast in Dutch oven keeps it simple with just butter, salt, and pepper. However, it tastes flavorful and does the delicious cut of meat justice. 

First, the melted butter acts like a rich layer that melts into the already-succulent marbled meat. 

Then, the simple seasoning of salt and pepper complements the naturally flavorful prime rib.

Cooking it in the Dutch oven also ensures it will come out juicy and tender!

The initial cooking will render the fat for that mouthwatering brown exterior. Then, your roast is finished into the perfect fall-apart texture. Just resist the urge to peek and only open the oven door after an hour or two when you turn it off.

Ingredients For Prime Rib Roast in Dutch Oven

• Boneless prime rib – We’ll use boneless prime rib tied with twine. The marbling of this cut will give you a flavorful, tender, and juicy roast. 
• Butter – This extra layer of fat outside the prime rib roast ensures a tasty and succulent roast. 
• Coarse sea salt – Use coarse salt for texture and to keep the meat from drying out. 
• Ground black pepper – Be generous when seasoning your prime rib! If you want more spices, I have a few suggestions below. ?

Tools Needed To Prepare This Dutch Oven Prime Rib Recipe

• Bowl for the butter
• Hand mixer for creaming the butter
• Meat thermometer for checking the internal temp of meat
• Dutch oven for cooking the prime rib roast
• Cutting board for the prime rib 
• Knife for slicing the roast

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Prime Rib in Dutch Oven

Garlic butter

What else can we add to the meltingly tender prime rib roast in Dutch oven? I think the butter coating can use some minced garlic.

Garlic and beef will always be a winning combo! ?

Herbs and spices

Different herbs and spices work beautifully in this easy Dutch oven prime rib recipe. If you don’t know where to start, you can’t go wrong with thyme, oregano, onion powder, paprika, or even ground mustard. 

Have fun seasoning your prime rib roast and putting your own spin on it, but don’t go overboard because prime rib is already naturally delicious. 

How to Make Prime Rib Roast in Dutch Oven

Ingredients:

• 8 lbs boneless prime rib, room temperature
• 1 cup butter, room temperature
• 1/4 cup coarse sea salt
• 1/4 cup ground black pepper

Tools you need:

• Bowl
• Hand mixer
• Meat thermometer
• Dutch oven
• Cutting board
• Knife

Instructions:

STEP 1: Gather the ingredients to make prime rib roast in Dutch oven. Preheat the oven to 500°F.

STEP 2: Using a hand mixer, cream the room-temperature butter and slather the prime rib with it.

STEP 3: Season the rib generously with salt and pepper.

STEP 4: Place the seasoned prime rib (with the twine on) in the Dutch oven, fat side up. Put it in the oven uncovered and cook for 15 minutes until brown.

STEP 5: Lower the temperature to 325°F and cook according to your desired doneness. For medium rare, cook the prime rib roast in the Dutch oven for 10 to 12 minutes.

STEP 6: Turn off the oven, but wait an hour or two before opening it.

STEP 7: Transfer the prime rib roast to your cutting board, cut the twine, and slice. You can also garnish your roast with a sprig of thyme and sliced garlic head. Enjoy!

What to Serve with Dutch Oven Prime Rib Roast

The best sides to accompany your prime rib roast should not overpower the delicious roast beef dish but should complement its richness.

Serve your prime rib roast in Dutch oven with classics such as green beans and roasted/mashed potatoes, or to give your plate color, a light salad or mixed steamed veggies. 

The sauce can also make or break your roast.

For our Dutch oven recipe, put your pan drippings to good use and make a quick au jus with beef broth, red wine, and flour. 

And if you want to make more dishes with your Dutch oven, how about chicken pot pie and apple cobbler? 

Tips About Making Prime Rib Roast

• Your prime rib should be at room temperature for 3 to 6 hours before cooking. This way, you won’t risk overcooking the roast. Additionally, don’t forget to dry the meat with paper towels to ensure even cooking and prevent the seasonings from falling off!
• Season your prime rib twice as much as you think it needs! It’s a thick cut of meat, and some seasonings will end up in the drippings underneath. 
• Everybody has their personal preference when it comes to the doneness of their roast. However, it’s best not to cook the expensive prime rib beyond medium rare to get the most out of its natural tenderness and flavor. Aim for an internal temperature of 125 to 130°F after resting for that nice, medium-rare prime rib roast. 

How To Store Dutch Oven Prime Rib Roast

• Fridge: Wrap your leftovers in plastic wrap and store them in a container in the fridge for 5 to 7 days. But if you want the best taste and texture, have your prime rib roast the next day. 
• Freezer: You can freeze prime rib roast! Cover the slices in freezer wrap and foil, then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 6 months. 
• Reheating: If frozen, thaw your prime rib in the fridge overnight before you reheat it. And if you want to retain the succulent quality of the beef as much as possible, place the meat in a pan with a bit of beef stock and cover with foil. Then, reheat in the oven preheated to 300°F for about 20 minutes. 

Should I Season Prime Rib the Night Before?

It’s up to you! Seasoning the prime rib with salt and then placing it in the fridge uncovered the night before cooking can help the salt seep better into the meat. 

However, some argue that this is unnecessary and that it’s perfectly okay to season the prime rib right before cooking it. This way, you don’t risk having the seasoning knocked off before getting the meat cooked or the juices just getting drawn out by the salt. 

Just make sure to use dry, room-temperature beef. Otherwise, the seasonings will slide off. 

What Can You Use If You Don’t Have a Dutch Oven?

If you don’t have a Dutch oven, you can just use a roasting pan for your boneless roast. Roasting pans come with a rack for even cooking and easier collecting of the drippings. Prime rib gravy, anyone? ?

You can also use an oven-safe skillet, especially for a bone-in standing rib roast!

And by the way, if you can’t decide between getting a Dutch oven or a roasting pan, here’s our comparison guide.

FAQ About Prime Rib Roast

What is bone in ribeye roast?

From the name itself, bone-in ribeye roast is rib-eye roast on the bone. It’s from the rib area, so it’s known for being flavorful and tender. 

Do you cook a boneless rib roast covered or uncovered?

Cook the boneless rib roast uncovered to get that beautiful brown exterior. 

Do you cook a prime rib fat side up?

Cook the prime rib fat side up so the delicious fat gets reabsorbed as it melts into the meat. 

How many pounds per person prime rib?

Allocate a pound of prime rib per person if serving this dish at a gathering. 

Do you peel potatoes for pot roast?

It depends on the potatoes! For example, Yukon Gold potatoes have thin skins, so you can leave them on for pot roast. On the other hand, Russet potatoes have thicker skins that you might prefer to peel. 

Conclusion

This is your sign to make prime rib roast in Dutch oven! 

This foolproof method pops the entire rib roast in the Dutch oven to help you get the most succulent and flavorful roast beef with just 4 ingredients. 

Just use room-temperature meat and cook your rib roast to medium rare for the best experience. (Although, I’m not judging if you’re a fan of medium prime rib.) 

I’m curious about what mixture of seasonings you like using on your prime rib roast! Leave a comment below. And if you love this recipe, here are more delicious dishes you can try next:

• Copycat Olive Garden Steak Gorgonzola
• Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites
• Slow Cooker Beef Stew with Onion Soup Mix
• Slow Cooker Vegan Pot Roast
• The Perfect Vegan Roast