Sizzling Cowboy Butter Steak
This Sizzling Cowboy Butter Steak is bold, buttery, and packed with flavor! Perfectly seared steak is topped with a zesty, garlicky cowboy butter sauce that melts right over the top. An irresistible dish made for steak lovers!
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Tongs
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Steak
- 2 ribeye steaks or your favorite cut, about 1 inch thick
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt and black pepper to taste
Cowboy Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional for heat
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley fresh
Instructions
- Pat the steaks dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add steaks and sear for 3–4 minutes per side or until desired doneness is reached. Remove and let rest.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, paprika, red pepper flakes, and parsley.
- Pour or spoon cowboy butter over the hot steaks and serve immediately. Enjoy with your favorite sides!
Notes
Optional: Add a touch of smoked paprika or chopped chives for a different twist. Great with baked potatoes or grilled corn.