Cowboy Butter Chicken
Cowboy Butter Chicken is a delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and creamy sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet, depending on preference)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
For the sauce
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon fresh dill (chopped, optional but recommended)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about juice of 1 lemon)
- ½ cup chicken broth (or water for a lighter option)
- ½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter. Once melted, stir in minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, parsley, and dill, and stir to combine.
- Pour in lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring continuously for a smooth sauce. Allow it to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coating with the sauce. Cover and let it cook for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with additional parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the red pepper flakes to control heat level and use fresh herbs for a brighter flavor.