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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet: Comfort in Every Bite

Explore the delightful Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, a quick and hearty meal everyone will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for unique twist
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter coconut oil for dairy-free option
  • 2 tablespoons honey maple syrup can serve as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika as a milder substitute
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
For Deglazing
  • 1 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth to lighten
For Garnishing
  • to taste fresh parsley or any fresh herb for variety

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Butter Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the butter, honey, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until well combined and smooth.
  2. Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  3. Deglaze the Skillet: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 2 minutes.
  4. Make the Sauce: Stir in the butter mixture into the simmering broth, mixing until smooth. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  5. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Serve and Garnish: Sprinkle fresh parsley on top and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 45gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be adapted for various dietary needs, such as gluten-free or dairy-free options.

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