Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of the Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, a quick and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 20 minutes, you’ll create a mouthwatering meal featuring juicy chicken enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This one-pan wonder not only impresses with its gourmet taste but also offers versatility—serve it over rice, pasta, or veggies to suit any palate. Topped with fresh parsley for an appealing presentation, this family-friendly recipe is bound to be a hit at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add remaining butter and minced garlic; cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Return chicken to skillet, toss to coat in sauce, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg