Pan-Seared Bison Steak with Herb Butter

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-14 · Updated 2026-04-14

A lean bison steak seared to a perfect medium-rare and finished with a vibrant herb butter sauce that complements the meat's natural richness. This American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs bison steak, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 500 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb bison steak
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp fresh chives
• 1 clove garlic

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat 1 lb bison steak dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the steak and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 130°F.
3. Step 3: Remove steak from skillet and rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes. Melt 3 tbsp unsalted butter in the same skillet over medium heat, then add 1 minced garlic clove and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 2 tbsp fresh parsley and 1 tbsp fresh chives, then spoon the herb butter over the rested steak.