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Cowboy Butter Steak Bites

Juicy, tender steak bites tossed in a rich cowboy butter sauce made with garlic, herbs, and a hint of spice. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1.5 lbs New York Strip Steak (about 1 steak per person)
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Minced Garlic 2–3 cloves
  • 1 Stick Unsalted Butter
  • ! Tsp Dijon Mustard
Seasonings:
  • 1/4 Tbsp Kinders The Blend Seasoning
  • 1/2 Tbsp Kinders Cowboy Butter Seasoning
  • 1/4 Tbsp Montreal Steak Seasoning
  • 1/4 Tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/4 Tbsp Crushed Red Pepper To taste
  • 1/4 Tbsp Parsley Flakes To taste

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Steak
  1. Pat the steak dry with paper towels.
  2. Cut the steak into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large bowl.
  3. Season generously with Kinders The Blend and Montreal Steak seasoning. (Feel free to use your favorite steak seasonings instead.)
  4. Add the olive oil and Worcestershire sauce, then toss until the steak pieces are evenly coated.
Step 2: Air Fry the Steak Bites
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F if needed.
  2. Place the steak bites in the air fryer basket in an even layer.
  3. Cook for 10 minutes for medium doneness, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
Step 3: Make the Cowboy Butter
  1. While the steak cooks, melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  2. Once melted, add the minced garlic, paprika, Kinders Cowboy Butter seasoning, Dijon mustard, crushed red pepper, and parsley flakes.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and whisk or stir until everything is fully combined and fragrant.
Step 4: Toss & Serve
  1. Once the steak bites are finished cooking, transfer them to a bowl.
  2. Pour the cowboy butter over the steak bites and toss until fully coated.
  3. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Tip: For medium-rare, reduce the cooking time slightly. For well-done steak bites, add a few extra minutes as needed.

About The Recipe

These easy air fryer Cowboy Butter Steak Bites are one of those recipes that feel restaurant worthy, but come together right in your own kitchen with minimal effort. If you love juicy, tender steak packed with bold buttery flavor, this recipe is about to become a regular in your dinner rotation. The air fryer gives the steak bites the perfect seared edges while keeping the inside incredibly tender and flavorful, all without standing over a hot stove!
The real star of this recipe is the cowboy butter sauce. Made with melted butter, garlic fresh herbs, and a little kick of spice, it coats every bite of steak in rich, savory flavor that's completely irresistible. It's buttery, garlicky, and good enough to drizzle over just about anything. Pair it with potatoes, rice, roasted vegetables, or even serve it as an appetizer with toothpicks for an easy crowd favorite.
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how simple it is. You only need a handful of ingredients and less than 20 minutes to make a meal that tastes like something you'd order at a steakhouse. The air fryer makes the cooking process fast, easy, and mess free, which is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something homemade and satisfying.
Whether you're making these steak bites for a quick family dinner, date night at home, game day snacks, or meal prep for the week, they always turn out flavorful and delicious. If you're looking for an easy recipe that feels comforting, indulgent, and packed with flavor, these Air Fryer Cowboy Butter Steak Bites are guaranteed to hit the spot.