Cowboy Butter Steak and Potatoes

Cowboy Butter Steak and Potatoes – Tender fillet, cheesy mashed potatoes, and that bold cowboy butter drizzle—comfort food just got an upgrade.

This dish brings the heat, the richness, and the freshness all on one plate. Juicy Cajun steak, buttery mashed potatoes, pan-fried veggies, and a lemony garlic-herb sauce that ties it all together.

Cowboy Butter Steak and Potatoes

📝 Ingredients

For the Steak & Veggies:

• 2 filet mignon steaks (or any tender cut, ~6 oz each)
• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 1 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup asparagus spears, trimmed
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)

For the Cheesy Mashed Potatoes:

• 2 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• ¼ cup heavy cream (more if needed)
• ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Cowboy Butter Sauce:

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Pinch of red pepper flakes
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or chives or dill)
• Salt, to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes:

• Boil cubed potatoes in salted water until fork tender, about 12–15 minutes.
• Drain, then mash with butter, cream, cheese, salt, and pepper until creamy. Set aside and keep warm.

2. Sear the Steaks:

• Season steaks with Cajun seasoning on both sides.
• In a hot skillet, add avocado oil. Sear steaks for 3–4 minutes per side (or to your preferred doneness).
• Remove excess oil from the pan.
• Add 2 tbsp butter and 3 minced garlic cloves. Baste the steaks with the garlic butter for another 1–2 minutes.
• Remove steaks and let rest.

3. Cook the Veggies:

• In the same skillet with leftover garlic butter, add asparagus and corn.
• Sauté for 4–5 minutes, until slightly charred and tender. Set aside.

4. Make Cowboy Butter:

• In a small bowl, mix together melted butter, garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, parsley, and a pinch of salt.
• Stir well and set aside.

5. Assemble the Plate:

• Plate your cheesy mashed potatoes, then top with pan-seared steak, asparagus, and corn.
• Drizzle a generous amount of cowboy butter over everything. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.