Irresistibly Easy Cowboy Butter Chicken for Comfort Food Lovers
Discover the comfort of Cowboy Butter Chicken, a dish that combines rich flavors with simple preparation, perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
- 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 chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, parsley, chives, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish and pour the butter mixture over them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice or pasta.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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