Cowboy Butter Chicken
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, buttery sauce, inspired by the bold flavors of the American West.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course DINNER
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420 kcal
Chicken
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Marinate the chicken thighs in a large bowl with salt and pepper for 15 minutes.
Prepare the Cowboy Butter Sauce by mixing softened butter, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a medium bowl.
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place the marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish and coat with the Cowboy Butter Sauce.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Calories: 420kcalProtein: 28gSodium: 600mg
Keyword butter, chicken, easy