Creating Cowboy Butter Chicken is a breeze when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by patting the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a golden-brown crust when cooking.
2. Melt the Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
3. Add the Garlic: Once the butter is melted, add the minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Season the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix together the Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
5. Coat the Chicken: Brush the mixture over both sides of the chicken breasts, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
7. Create the Sauce: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and let it rest. To the remaining butter and drippings, add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor, stirring well.
8. Serve: Slice the chicken and drizzle the buttery sauce over the top.

By following these simple steps, you’ll have a delectable Cowboy Butter Chicken that’s rich in flavor and ready to be enjoyed!