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Cowboy Butter Steak

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cowboy Butter Steak Everyone Will Love

Experience the deliciousness of Cowboy Butter Steak with a savory garlic butter sauce that will impress your family.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Optional Searing Time 6 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast or Sirloin Tips Flat iron steak works as a great substitute.
For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds Baby Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Red) Avoid Russet potatoes which may become too mushy.
For the Cowboy Butter Sauce
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ghee is an excellent option for lactose-free cooking.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; fresh garlic yields the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can be used if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Opt for fresh juice for optimal zing.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley and Chives Thyme or dill also make good substitutions.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika introduces a delightful smoky note.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to suit your spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt is ideal for seasoning.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can lighten the meal’s profile.

Equipment

  • slow cooker
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Cowboy Butter: In a mixing bowl, blend together softened unsalted butter, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir in chopped parsley and chives, along with paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
  2. (Optional) Sear the Steak: If desired, heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of oil. Sear the chuck roast or sirloin tips for 2–3 minutes on each side. Remove the steak and let it rest while preparing the slow cooker.
  3. Prepare the Potatoes: Halve your baby potatoes and layer them evenly at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Add the Steak: Place the seared steak on top of the halved potatoes in the slow cooker.
  5. Spoon on the Cowboy Butter: Evenly distribute the prepared cowboy butter sauce over the steak and potatoes.
  6. Add Beef Broth: Pour beef broth around the edges of the slow cooker, being careful not to wash away the cowboy butter.
  7. Slow Cook the Dish: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours.
  8. (Optional) Thicken the Sauce: Mix together 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water, and stir into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  9. Serve the Meal: Carefully transfer the Cowboy Butter Steak and potatoes to a serving platter and garnish with additional chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust spices according to taste.

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