This Prime Rib Roast is a tender and juicy cut of beef marbled with fat. It is incredibly flavorful, delicious, and so good. It is smothered with a few simple ingredients including garlic and herbs that pack on the flavor and served with a homemade chimichurri sauce. This feast is perfect for Chrismas dinner, special occasions, or date night.

If the flavor isn’t enough to impress you, the short prep time will! It only takes a few minutes to get the standing rib Roast ready to roast so you can go about your day and check on it periodically, though the scent of garlic and herbs will make your mouth water long before the roast is ready to eat.

Why You'll Love this Prime Rib Roast

• Perfect holiday main for Christmas dinner. This standing rib roast recipe delivers a lot of flavor without a lot of work. You can get the rib roast ready for the oven in as little as 5 minutes before roasting it and moving on to preparing the sides. It’s perfect for Christmas but also great for fancy family dinners.
• Delicious flavor with simple ingredients. The simple ingredients used to flavor this prime rib roast perfectly compliment this cut. All you need is some oil, garlic, and dried herbs to bring out the natural flavors of this tender cut of beef.
• Homemade chimichurri sauce. The finishing touch on this dish is the homemade chimichurri sauce which only consists of olive oil, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Ingredient Notes

To make this delicious Prime Rib Roast, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

• standing rib roast - a bone-in prime rib roast with a layer of fat is the star of this delectable dish and is the main source of flavor. You can pick one up from your local butcher or in the deli section of your grocery store.
• avocado oil - we used avocado oil, but you can also use other vegetable oils including olive oil, or use softened butter.
• garlic - fresh garlic is the best for flavor, but you can also use store-bought minced garlic or garlic paste.
• Italian seasoning -
• Worcestershire sauce - this is optional but adds a rich depth of flavor.
• salt and pepper
• chimichurri sauce - we like pairing our rib roast with a homemade chimichurri sauce, but it is optional. To make it, you will need olive oil, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

You will also need measuring cups and spoons and a roasting pan.

How to Make the Best Prime Rib Roast

1. Prepare the rib roast. Use a paper towel to pat the standing rib roast completely dry. Rub salt, pepper, oil, garlic, Italian seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce evenly over the roast. Optionally, use kitchen twine to tie between each rib to help cook more evenly.
2. Marinate. Set aside for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight. When ready to cook, it’s ideal to bring the marinated roast to room temperature to achieve even cooking and juicier meat. 
3. Roast. Preheat the oven to 250 F. Place the prime rib on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.Transfer the pan into the oven and bake until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat (away from the bone) reads 118 F, about 30 minutes per pound of meat. This will result in medium rare meat (most popular for feeding a crowd). For medium, take it out once the reading is 125F.

2. Rest. Remove the roast from the oven and cover with aluminum foil to keep it moist. Let the roast rest at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Resting after cooking helps the juices to redistribute into the meat as the internal temperature for the roast continues to rise about 10 degrees. The target temperature after rest should be 127F for medium rare, or 135F for medium.
3. Sear. While resting the roast, preheat the oven to 500F. Remove the aluminum foil and sear the roast in the oven for 10 minutes until dark brown on the outside.

How to Make Chimichurri Sauce

Combine all the sauce ingredients including parsley, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.

How to Serve

Slice this Prime Rib Roast and serve with chimichurri sauce on top. It also pairs well with a side of vegetables, potatoes, and a dinner roll. Some of our most popular sides include:

• Crispy Smashed Potatoes
• Oven Roasted Vegetables
• Potato Dinner Rolls
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Green Beans with Bacon
• Cheesy Garlic Dinner Rolls
• Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms

Standing Rib Roast Leftovers

Use leftover prime rib roast in almost any recipe that calls for leftover beef. Some of our favorite recipes are:

• Beef Stroganoff
• Beef Noodle Stir Fry
• Shredded Beef Enchiladas
• Beef Wild Rice Soup

You can also make leftover rub roast sandwiches with chimichurri sauce which are just as good as the original dish! Looks like tomorrow’s lunch is already taken care of.

Storing and Freezing Instructions

How to Store

Once the rib roast has completely cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to four days.

How to Reheat

Place the prime rib roast in a roasting pan along with any leftover juiced or ¼ cup of beef broth or stock. Reheat in a 300F preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the roast.

How to Freeze

Place leftover prime rib in a freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. I recommend cutting it up first and portioning it out for easy thawing and reheating. When ready to serve, allow it to defrost in the refrigerator overnight before reheating and serving.

More Roast Recipes

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• Sunday Pot Roast
• Roasted Pork Tenderloin
• Holiday Glazed Baked Ham
• Dutch Oven Whole Roast Chicken
• Juicy Roast Turkey
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