Exhibit 23.1

Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the registration statements (Nos. 333-204868, 333-231989, 333-180641 and 333-266409) on Form S-8 of our reports dated March 1, 2023, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Matador Resources Company and the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting.

/s/ KPMG LLP

Dallas, Texas

March 1, 2023