Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, buttery sauce infused with aromatic herbs and spices. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests. With its golden hue and creamy texture, it transforms any meal into a special occasion. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Get ready to enjoy a flavorful adventure that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute half-and-half)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until melted. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic, thyme, and parsley; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir well to combine, scraping any bits stuck to the pan.
- Simmer for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Serve over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (225g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg