Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe
This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet recipe is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a buttery sauce with garlic, paprika, and herbs. Perfect for a comforting dinner that pairs well with mashed potatoes or warm dinner rolls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasonings
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Sauce and Cooking
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Heat Butter: Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted and slightly bubbling.
- Sauté Onions: Add the diced onions to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and dried thyme evenly on all sides.
- Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add Chicken Broth: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet with the chicken and let it simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to reduce slightly and concentrate flavors.
- Add Heavy Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream gently to combine with the sauce.
- Thicken Sauce: Continue to cook the sauce on low heat, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with fresh herbs if desired and serve warm, ideally with mashed potatoes or warm dinner rolls.
Notes
- For a spicier variation, add red pepper flakes while seasoning the chicken.
- Pair this dish with creamy mashed potatoes or warm dinner rolls for a complete meal.
- Ensure the chicken is cooked fully to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, though it will be less rich.
- Using a cast-iron skillet helps retain heat and offers even cooking.
