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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
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Butter Chicken Skillet

Inspired by the signature flavors of Texas Roadhouse, this 30-minute skillet meal features tender chicken seared in butter and finished in a sweet, savory honey-garlic sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality dinner that brings steakhouse comfort to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Steakhouse
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs (Thighs offer richer flavor) (Chicken & Seasoning)
  • Paprika, Salt, Black Pepper (To taste) (Chicken & Seasoning)
  • 4 tbsp Butter (Or olive oil for a lighter version) (Sauce)
  • 4 cloves Fresh garlic, minced (Sauce)
  • 1 cup Chicken broth (Low-sodium recommended) (Sauce)
  • 2 tbsp Honey (Sauce)
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack) (Optional Add-ins)
  • 1 cup Caramelized onions (Optional Add-ins)
  • 0.5 cup Heavy cream (Optional Add-ins)

Equipment

  • large skillet for searing and sauce making
  • Meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F

Method
 

  1. Generously coat the chicken on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat 2 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown, approximately 5–6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside to rest.
  2. In the same skillet, melt the remaining 2 tbsp of butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and honey. Use a spatula to scrape up the browned bits (fond) from the bottom of the pan to incorporate the flavor.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. If using cheese, sprinkle it on top now and cover the pan briefly until melted.
  4. Finish with dried parsley and optional caramelized onions. Serve hot over a base that can soak up the sauce, like mashed potatoes or warm rolls.

Notes

For safety, ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). If you prefer a thicker sauce, stir a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch to 1 tbsp water) into the simmering sauce. You can substitute honey with brown sugar or maple syrup to maintain the sweetness. For a creamy version, stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream with the broth.