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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet with creamy butter sauce and fresh parsley in a large skillet
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This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet brings the restaurant’s famous buttery, savory flavor home. Made with simple pantry ingredients for a rich, comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total, pounded to even thickness)
  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and pound to even thickness of about 3/4 inch if needed.
  2. Mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl until blended.
  3. Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of each chicken breast.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until foaming.
  5. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side until deep golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Total cook time 12 to 14 minutes.
  6. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate, tented loosely with foil.
  7. Reduce heat to medium and add remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
  8. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 2 to 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece. Cook 2 to 3 more minutes until warmed through and sauce coats the chicken.
  10. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream. The sauce will be slightly less rich but still delicious.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few extra minutes.
  • Do not crowd the pan. Cook chicken in batches if needed to ensure a proper golden sear.
  • For extra flavor, stir a tablespoon of Dijon mustard into the sauce before returning the chicken.

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