Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken: A Comforting Dinner Delight

This Cowboy Butter Chicken is a comforting and creamy dish that's quick and easy, perfect for a busy weeknight.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Chicken Breast Skinless and boneless for quick cooking
2 tablespoons Butter Or swap with vegan butter or olive oil

For the Sauce

1 cup Heavy Cream Or replace with coconut milk for dairy-free
3-4 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust to taste for spiciness
1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes Can reduce or omit for milder flavor
0.5 pieces Lemon Juice Fresh juice is best
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Herbs

to taste Parsley Fresh, for garnish
to taste Dill Fresh, for garnish

Equipment

Large Skillet

Method

Preparation Steps

Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate, cover with foil and keep warm.
In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then mix in paprika and red pepper flakes.
Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice, whisk until smooth.
Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over and simmer for 5 minutes.
Plate chicken, drizzle with sauce, and garnish with parsley and dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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