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Cowboy Butter Chicken

Savor the Comfort of Cowboy Butter Chicken in One Pan

Cowboy Butter Chicken is a one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken with buttery, garlic-infused flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts turkey breast can be substituted
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter olive oil or ghee can lighten the dish
For the Seasoning
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon of garlic powder works in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce soy sauce can add a different twist
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard yellow mustard is a viable alternative
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika can work but lacks depth
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder adjust cooking time if using fresh onions
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme substitute with fresh thyme, using three times the amount
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust according to your taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper choose freshly ground for the best results
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust or omit to suit your palate
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped chives make a suitable substitute

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure optimal browning.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, about 2 minutes until golden.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Whisk together Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne in a bowl.
  5. Brush seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  6. Cook the chicken in the skillet for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
  7. Remove chicken and add juice of half a lemon to remaining butter to create a sauce.
  8. Slice the chicken, drizzle the buttery sauce over it, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a complete one-pan meal, consider adding fresh vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini during cooking.

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