Thread regarding Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD)

Directly speaking, I like everything about PXD except the price. I never cashed out $239 per share for any stock.
I would like to find a stock of a similar company that is as stable as PXD but cheaper. Has anyone been in this situation and have you been able to find a cheaper, but more or less equally stable stock in the industry?
I know people buy stock for a whole bunch of reasons. I am in it for the long run and not primarily looking for something that could spike overnight. Thought some suggestions and advice would come in handy.