Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is a delightful one-pan dish featuring tender chicken enveloped in a rich, creamy butter sauce. This easy-to-make recipe bursts with flavor and aroma, making it perfect for cozy dinners or entertaining guests. Whip it up in just 35 minutes and serve it over rice or enjoy it on its own for a satisfying meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping as necessary.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Season the chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about one minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well while scraping any bits stuck to the pan.
- Sprinkle in paprika and cayenne pepper; let simmer on low heat for about five minutes until slightly thickened.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider including bell peppers or spinach in the recipe. You can also substitute chicken with shrimp for a seafood twist! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat gently on low heat.