Description
Experience the rich and flavorful Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, featuring tender boneless chicken breasts cooked in a luscious butter and honey sauce infused with smoked paprika and garlic. This easy one-pan recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. Naturally gluten-free, it’s a crowd-pleaser with minimal cleanup required.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Butter Sauce
- 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
Garnish
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Butter Mixture: In a small mixing bowl, combine the unsalted butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Deglaze Skillet: Using the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits for added flavor. Stir in the prepared butter mixture and cook until the sauce is fully melted and uniform.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the buttery sauce. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes so it can absorb all the delicious flavors.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the top for a fresh finish. Serve the chicken hot with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Use fresh parsley for best flavor and presentation.
- This recipe is naturally gluten-free, but always check labels on spices and broth to confirm.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the butter mixture.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (about 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse butter chicken, skillet chicken recipe, buttery chicken, honey garlic chicken, easy chicken dinner, gluten-free chicken recipe
