Cowboy Butter Chicken: Irresistibly Easy and Flavor-Packed Delight
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine butter, garlic, parsley, chives, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and cover them generously with the cowboy butter mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite sides and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra burst of flavor, allow the chicken to marinate in the cowboy butter for 30 minutes prior to baking.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken