Description
Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken features tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with Dijon mustard, paprika, and a hint of lemon. This one-pan meal is bold, comforting, and quick enough for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast, skinless and boneless
- 2 tablespoons butter, vegan butter, or olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and add garlic, paprika, chili flakes, and Dijon mustard. Stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in cream or coconut milk and lemon juice. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 3–5 minutes, spooning sauce over the chicken.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
- Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for extra veggies.
- Adjust chili flakes or add hot sauce for more heat.
- Dairy-free option: use coconut milk and olive oil or vegan butter.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
