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Cowboy Butter Steak Bites


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Juicy steak bites glazed in rich cowboy butter, blending simplicity with indulgent flavor for a crowd-pleasing dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound steak (sirloin or ribeye), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil (for cooking)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
  3. Season steak bites with salt and pepper.
  4. Once the skillet is hot, add steak bites in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes until browned and cooked to your liking.
  5. Remove from heat and toss the steak bites with the cowboy butter mixture until fully coated.
  6. Serve immediately as an appetizer or main dish.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the skillet while searing for an even cook. Adjust the herbs according to personal preference and seasonal availability.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: steak, cowboy butter, appetizer, easy recipe, comfort food