Description
The Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is a mouthwatering one-pan meal that combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy, buttery sauce enriched with honey, garlic, and smoked paprika. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, as it takes just 25 minutes to prepare and cook, allowing you to serve a delicious dinner without the hassle of multiple pots and pans. The rich flavors of the sauce elevate the chicken, making it irresistible. Pair it with rice or steamed vegetables for a complete meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and deglaze with chicken broth. Stir in the butter mixture until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat thoroughly with sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (140g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients enhance flavor; consider using fresh garlic if possible. Adjust spices to your preference; add cayenne pepper for heat or omit honey for less sweetness. Let cooked chicken rest briefly to maintain juiciness.