Description
Looking for a bold and buttery steak recipe that instantly levels up your dinner game? This Cowboy Butter Steak delivers exactly that. Juicy steak seared to perfection and smothered in a homemade, herb-packed butter that’s spicy, tangy, and irresistibly savory. It’s one of those easy dinner ideas that feel gourmet without the fuss. Whether you’re cooking indoors or grilling outdoors, this dish promises flavor in every bite. Perfect for a quick dinner, weekend cookout, or satisfying steak night. Great with garlic bread, mashed potatoes, or crispy veggies—your new favorite steak night just got an upgrade.
Ingredients
2 Ribeye or Sirloin steaks
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, mix the softened butter with parsley, chives, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Roll the mixture into a log using parchment paper and chill in the fridge until firm.
3. Pat steaks dry and season with salt and pepper.
4. Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill pan over high heat and add olive oil.
5. Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or to your desired doneness.
6. Let the steaks rest for 5 minutes off the heat.
7. Slice a round of cowboy butter and place it on the warm steak to melt.
8. Slice steak against the grain and spoon melted butter over before serving.
Notes
Letting the butter firm up in the fridge allows for clean slicing and better presentation.
Don’t skip the resting step—this keeps the steak juicy and tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-seared or grilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 steak
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 47g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 140mg