Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter
Steak night just got a serious upgrade and these Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter prove that big flavor doesn’t have to mean complicated cooking. Juicy, perfectly seared steak bites are paired with a rich, buttery sauce packed with herbs, garlic, and a touch of heat, creating a restaurant-worthy dish that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
What makes this recipe stand out is the contrast of flavors and textures. The steak bites develop a delicious golden-brown crust while staying tender and juicy on the inside, creating the perfect base for the bold cowboy butter sauce. Made with quality ingredients and Member’s Mark™ seasonings, the cowboy butter combines savory herbs, garlic, citrus, and spices for a flavor-packed finish that complements the steak without overpowering it.
The process couldn’t be easier. Simply season and sear the steak bites until perfectly cooked, then toss them in the warm cowboy butter sauce for an irresistible combination of richness and flavor. The result is a dish that feels elevated enough for entertaining but simple enough for a quick weeknight dinner. Like many of the best recipes, it relies on quality ingredients and straightforward preparation to deliver maximum impact.
One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. Serve the steak bites as an appetizer with toothpicks for game day gatherings, or make them the centerpiece of a meal alongside roasted vegetables, rice, a fresh salad, or our delicious Chive and Cream Cheese Mashed Potatoes. They’re equally at home at summer cookouts, casual dinners, or special occasions.
The cowboy butter is also easy to customize. Add extra herbs for freshness, increase the heat with more red pepper, or drizzle it over potatoes, seafood, or grilled vegetables for even more flavor. No matter how you serve it, the combination of tender steak and savory butter sauce is always a crowd-pleaser.
Easy, flavorful, and packed with bold, buttery goodness, these Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter showcase how a few simple Member’s Mark™ ingredients can transform an everyday dinner into something memorable.
Steak Bites with Cowboy Butter
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Sirloin cut into 1 inch pieces
- ½ cup Butter room temperature
- 6 cloved Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Member's Mark™ Parsley Flakes
- 1 tbsp Member's Mark™ Chopped Chives
- 1 tbsp ReaLemon® 100% Lemon Juice
- 2 tsp Grey Poupon Dijon Mustard
- 1 tsp Member's Mark™ Spanish Style Paprika
- 1 tsp Member's Mark™ Mediterranean Sea Salt Grinder
- 1 tsp Member's Mark™ Black Pepper Grinder
- ¼ tsp Member's Mark™ Crushed Red Pepper
- 1 tbsp Graza® olive oil
Instructions
Cowboy Butter
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together butter, garlic, parsley, chives, lemon juice, dijon mustard, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper. Set aside.
Steak Bites
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces and cook until browned. Once cooked, transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Add half the cowboy butter to the skillet and cook until the garlic is fragrant. Add the steak bites back into the skillet and toss them in the butter. Let cook for 1-2 minutes. Move the steak bites to a serving plate.
- Melt the remaining cowboy butter in the microwave for about 30 seconds and serve on the side of the steak bites. Serve and enjoy!