Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites
Cowboy Butter Chicken Bites are a delectable treat that brings bold flavors right to your table in just 25 minutes. These tender, juicy chicken morsels are enveloped in a rich cowboy butter sauce made from garlic, lemon, and an array of spices. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, this finger-licking recipe is sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings. With easy preparation and customizable spice levels, you can enjoy these bites as an appetizer or main dish alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- 1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the chicken until golden brown (3–4 minutes per side); remove from skillet.
- 3. In the same skillet over medium heat, melt butter; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- 4. Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, lemon zest, red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, parsley, and thyme to create a sauce.
- 5. Return the chicken to the skillet; toss to coat fully in the sauce and simmer for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- 6. Serve hot with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg