Cowboy Butter Chicken
Indulge in this simple yet luxurious Cowboy Butter Chicken, featuring succulent chicken thighs bathed in aromatic garlic herb butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme), chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Rice or mixed vegetables for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure that your chicken gets that nice roast going.
- Season the chicken thighs generously with salt, pepper, and paprika for layers of flavor.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and let it infuse the butter.
- Add the chopped fresh herbs and stir to elevate the flavors.
- Sear the seasoned chicken thighs in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Combine the chicken thighs with the garlic herb butter, pouring it over them.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot over rice or with steamed vegetables and enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain tenderness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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