Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken
A rich, creamy chicken dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for the whole family. One-pan cleanup makes it a winner for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- to taste Salt and pepper
- for garnish Fresh parsley
- for serving Cooked rice or pasta
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, thyme, oregano, and paprika.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Pour in the chicken broth, cover, and let simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
- Serve the chicken over rice or pasta, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For an extra crunch, consider serving alongside a simple green salad. Leftovers keep well in the fridge for about 3-4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat over low heat, adding a splash of cream or broth if the sauce thickens too much. Consider ingredient swaps like using Italian seasoning instead of thyme and oregano for a twist.