Description
Savor the flavors of this mouthwatering cowboy butter chicken, where tender chicken breasts are enveloped in a creamy, buttery sauce infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and a hint of spice. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this dish is sure to impress and satisfy. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, it’s a comforting meal that pairs beautifully with rice or crusty bread. Get ready for an unforgettable flavor experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet; cook for approximately 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken from skillet. To the same skillet, add chicken broth, sour cream, lemon juice, smoked paprika, parsley, and thyme. Stir until combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over each breast, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with rice or bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 408
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg