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Cowboy Butter Chicken

Savor Cowboy Butter Chicken in Just 30 Minutes Tonight

This Cowboy Butter Chicken offers a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner, infused with lemon and butter, perfect for your family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked or sweet paprika
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Always opt for fresh-squeezed!
For the Creamy Base
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Low-sodium options available
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Or half-and-half for a lighter alternative
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) Omit for a lighter take

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin cutlets. Pat them dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Once shimmering, add chicken cutlets and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium, add unsalted butter, and let melt. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, parsley, and lemon juice until smooth and well combined.
  5. Add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return the chicken cutlets to the skillet, cover, and cook on low for 8-10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, garnish with parsley, and serve over pasta, rice, or veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Pat the chicken dry before seasoning for better browning. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor and monitor sauce heat to avoid separation.

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