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Cowboy Butter Steak

Savory Cowboy Butter Steak That Melts in Your Mouth

This Cowboy Butter Steak recipe guarantees melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with a zesty garlic butter sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Steak and Potatoes
  • 3 lb Chuck Roast or Sirloin Tips This cut becomes incredibly tender during slow cooking.
  • 2 lb Baby Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Red) These hold their shape beautifully while absorbing flavors.
For the Cowboy Butter Sauce
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Feel free to use salted butter if you adjust salt later.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Cloves Fresh garlic enhances the aromatic flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy kick to the sauce.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Brightens the sauce profile.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Adds color and brightness.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Chives Provides a mild onion flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Brings warmth and color.
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adds heat; adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Adds moisture and flavor.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped fresh parsley, chives, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and well-blended.
  2. Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chuck roast or sirloin tips and sear for 2–3 minutes on each side until a golden-brown crust develops. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. Layer the baby potatoes at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Place the seared steak on top of the bed of baby potatoes.
  5. Generously spoon the cowboy butter over the steak and potatoes.
  6. Pour beef broth around the edges of the slow cooker, avoiding the cowboy butter on the steak.
  7. Cover the slow cooker and set to cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  8. If you desire a thicker sauce, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water to create a slurry and stir this into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  9. Carefully transfer the Cowboy Butter Steak and potatoes onto a serving platter, spoon sauce over the top, and garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 45gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently to preserve moisture.

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