Description
Indulge in the delectable Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, a delightful twist on a classic chicken dish. This one-pan meal features tender chicken breasts bathed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with honey, garlic, and smoked paprika. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe combines ease of preparation with an explosion of flavor. In just 25 minutes, you can create a comforting dish that not only satisfies your taste buds but also minimizes cleanup time. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside seasonal vegetables to make it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked (165°F).
- Remove the chicken and deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in the buttery mixture and return the chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce.
- Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes before garnishing with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary. Swap out chicken breasts for thighs if you prefer juicier meat. This dish is naturally gluten-free; however, always check ingredient labels if you're accommodating dietary restrictions.