Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. This dish features tender chicken breasts sautéed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with honey, garlic, and smoky paprika. With minimal cleanup required and gluten-free attributes, it’s a family favorite that delivers maximum flavor without the fuss. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a well-rounded dinner your loved ones will rave about.
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
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; mix until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth by scraping up browned bits. Stir in the prepared butter mixture until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, coat with sauce, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (204g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for enhanced flavor. Adjust honey based on your sweetness preference. Ensure even thickness of chicken breasts for uniform cooking.