Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
A quick and comforting one-pan meal featuring savory chicken in a rich, buttery sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cubed Feel free to substitute with turkey or shrimp.
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or non-dairy alternatives.
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper Always taste before serving.
- Chopped parsley for garnish Adds color to the dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it's bubbling gently.
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Increase the heat to medium-high, add the cubed chicken, and cook until nicely browned.
- Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream along with the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Let everything simmer for about 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Before serving, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve the butter chicken over rice or mashed potatoes and pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad. For fun twists, try using shrimp or adding fresh spinach to the sauce.