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Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken

Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken

Enjoy the rich flavors of Creamy Cowboy Butter Chicken, a quick and delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat a skillet and sear the chicken until golden and cooked through, then remove.
  3. Melt butter in the same skillet and sauté garlic, parsley, and chili flakes.
  4. Pour in heavy cream and lemon juice and simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer briefly and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 40gFat: 38g

Notes

Customize the recipe by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu, and add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for a nutritious boost.

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