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Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders

Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders

Quick, flavorful, and surprisingly healthy sliders perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a fun weekend barbecue, or even a game-day snack!
Servings: 12 sliders
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Texan

Ingredients
  

For the Steak:
  • 1 pound sirloin steak cut into thin slices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Cowboy Butter:
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Sliders:
  • 12 slider buns
  • Provolone cheese slices optional
  • crispy fried onions optional
  • sliced pickles optional

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Cowboy Butter: In a medium bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic, parsley, chives, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes (if using), cayenne pepper (if using), and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well and set aside.
    1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste salt, to taste pepper
  2. Cook the Steak: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced steak and season with salt and pepper. Sear steak for 2-3 minutes per side, until cooked to your desired doneness. Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.
    1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 pound sirloin steak, to taste salt, to taste pepper
  3. Assemble the Sliders: Slice open the slider buns. Spread a generous amount of cowboy butter on the top and bottom halves of each bun.
    12 slider buns, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, 1 tablespoon fresh chives, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, to taste salt, to taste pepper
  4. Add the Steak: Place the cooked steak on the bottom bun. Top with optional cheese slices and fried onions.
    1 pound sirloin steak, Provolone cheese slices, crispy fried onions
  5. Serve: Place top bun on the steak, then serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Cowboy Butter Steak Sliders. Serve it with your favorite side and add different toppings based on your preferences. Bon appétit!