Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, a quick one-pan meal that combines tender, juicy chicken with a rich and creamy butter sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this dish promises to impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice or alongside crusty bread for a satisfying dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons paprika (smoked or sweet)
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. SautΓ© the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- 3. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sautΓ© for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 4. Create the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and honey. Stir well and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- 5. Spice it Up: Add paprika and adjust seasoning to taste.
- 6. Serve It Up: Plate the chicken and drizzle with sauce; pair with rice or bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite spices ahead of time. - You can substitute chicken with turkey or beef for a different twist. - Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to enhance nutrition.