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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

Savory Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Delight

Experience the rich flavors of Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet with this creamy and buttery chicken dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (or Thighs) Thighs provide extra juiciness.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For searing the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional) Adjust according to spice preference.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Split into two for cooking.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can replace with half-and-half.
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry, season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Let sit while heating the skillet.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
  3. Add remaining tablespoon of butter, onion to skillet, sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scrape skillet bottom, simmer. Add heavy cream and Parmesan, stir until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, simmer for 8-10 minutes until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 45gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezes for up to 2 months. Reheat on medium heat with a splash of broth if needed.

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