Description
Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is a mouthwatering, one-pan meal that combines the rich flavors of honey, garlic, and smoked paprika in a creamy buttery sauce. Perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions, this dish features juicy chicken breasts enveloped in a luscious sauce thatβs naturally gluten-free. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy an impressive dinner without the hassle. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to savor every drop of the delicious sauce. This recipe not only showcases incredible flavor but also allows for easy customization, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine unsalted butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for 5β6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165Β°F). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, stirring in the butter mixture until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat well with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2β3 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 406
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 141mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken beforehand. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition. This dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or crusty bread.