Description
Cowboy butter prime rib is a tender, boneless prime rib roast seasoned with a bold and zesty cowboy butter blend. Perfect for special occasions, holiday gatherings, or homemade meals. Easily made gluten-free or customized for unique flavors.
Ingredients
For the Cowboy Butter:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (substitute grass-fed or plant-based butter for dietary needs)
– 2 tbsp coarse Dijon mustard
– 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
– 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
– 4 tsp fresh thyme leaves
– 4 tsp minced garlic
– 2 tsp lemon juice
– 1 tsp paprika
– ½ tsp kosher salt
– ¼ tsp black pepper
– ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
– ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
For the Prime Rib:
– 6–7 lb boneless prime rib roast (or bone-in roast, adjusting cooking time as needed)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened butter, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, thyme, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and red pepper flakes. Mix until well combined. Reserve ⅓ cup of the cowboy butter for serving.
- Remove the roast from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 2 hours to ensure even cooking. If uneven in shape, tie it with kitchen twine at 2-inch intervals.
- Preheat the oven to 500°F. Place a roasting rack inside a large roasting pan and set the roast on the rack.
- Pat the roast dry with paper towels and rub generously with the cowboy butter.
- Roast at 500°F for 15 minutes to develop a browned, flavorful crust. Without opening the oven door, reduce the temperature to 325°F.
- Continue roasting for 13–15 minutes per pound, checking the internal temperature 30–40 minutes before the estimated end time. The roast is ready when the thickest part reaches 120°F–125°F for medium-rare or 130°F–135°F for medium.
- Remove the roast from the oven, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 30 minutes.
- Slice against the grain and serve with the reserved cowboy butter, softened or slightly melted.
Notes
– Use a meat thermometer: Monitor the roast’s internal temperature closely to avoid overcooking.
– Let the roast rest: Resting ensures the juices redistribute evenly, keeping the meat juicy.
– Gluten-free option: This recipe is naturally gluten-free; verify seasonings are certified gluten-free if needed.
– Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze sliced roast in portion-sized containers; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently in the oven or air fryer.
– Customizations: Add smoked paprika or chili powder to the cowboy butter for extra heat. Swap herbs like thyme and parsley with rosemary or cilantro for variety.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 2 hours resting time)
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (varies based on roast size)
- Category: Main Course / Roast
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (based on 10 servings per recipe)
- Calories: ~450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg (varies with added seasonings, use low-sodium options to reduce)
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: - Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg