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Cowboy Butter Chicken

A delightful dish featuring pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich, buttery sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill (optional)
  • Juice of 1 none lemon
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
Cooking
  1. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the softened butter, allowing it to melt.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, parsley, and optional dill until combined.
  4. Pour in the lemon juice, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring to create a smooth sauce; let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Garnish with additional parsley before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 800mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Best enjoyed with fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes. Can also be served in tortillas with avocado and pico de gallo for a wrap.

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