Oh yes 😎 — Cowboy Butter Chicken is all about juicy chicken, a buttery garlic-herb sauce, and simple veggies, and the one-pan method keeps it easy and packed with flavor. Here’s a solid recipe:
One-Pan Cowboy Butter Chicken
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter, divided
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small yellow bell pepper, sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep chicken: Pat dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sear chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Cook veggies:
- In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter.
- Add garlic and bell peppers, sauté 2–3 minutes until fragrant but still crisp.
- Make the butter sauce:
- Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter, chicken broth, heavy cream, and thyme. Stir to combine.
- Let simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken: Place chicken back into the pan. Spoon sauce over the top.
- Cover and simmer 5–7 minutes, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Great over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta to soak up all that cowboy butter goodness.
Optional Upgrades
- 🌶️ Add a pinch of cayenne or chili flakes for a spicy kick
- 🧄 Add extra garlic or roasted garlic cloves for deeper flavor
- 🧈 Swap some cream for sour cream for tanginess
- 🥦 Toss in broccoli or green beans in the last few minutes for a one-pan meal
This is exactly the type of dish where buttery, garlicky sauce meets juicy chicken and simple veggies — true one-pan comfort food.
If you want, I can also make a 30-minute sheet pan version that’s even easier for weeknights with minimal cleanup. Do you want me to do that?
