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Cowboy Butter Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked or sweet
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 lemon approx. 2 tablespoons
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken dry, then season all sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Set aside.
  3. Lower heat, melt butter in the same pan. Add garlic and cook until fragrant (1–2 min).
  4. Stir in mustard, red pepper flakes, parsley, and dill.
  5. Add lemon juice, broth, and cream. Stir, simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce melds.
  6. Return chicken to skillet, coat with sauce, cover, and cook 8–10 minutes until internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Garnish with extra parsley. Serve hot over rice, bread, pasta, or veggies.

Notes

  • For best results, use a meat thermometer so chicken remains juicy.
  • Substitute chicken thighs for added flavor and moisture.
  • Double garlic for extra punch if you love bold flavors.
  • Leftover sauce is awesome on roasted veggies or mashed potatoes.