Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon dried parsley
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Irresistible Cowboy Butter Chicken is straightforward with these easy-to-follow steps:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, paprika, smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, and parsley. Mix well.
4. Coat Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish and pour the butter mixture evenly over the chicken.
5. Bake: Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
6. Baste Occasionally: Halfway through cooking, baste the chicken with the buttery sauce for extra flavor.
7. Remove and Rest: Once done, remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This allows the juices to redistribute.
8. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle fresh parsley over the chicken for a burst of color and freshness.
9. Serve: Transfer the chicken to a serving dish, drizzling any remaining sauce from the baking dish over the top.
Following these steps will have you savoring delicious Irresistible Cowboy Butter Chicken in no time!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 40g
- Protein: 36g