Description
Savor the Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet with its rich, creamy sauce and tender chicken that brings comfort straight to your dinner table. Grab your skillet and prepare a meal that feels like a warm hug from your favorite restaurant, ready to delight your taste buds in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts
Dairy:
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup green onions
Instructions
- Melt ½ cup butter in a 10-inch skillet at medium heat, creating a smooth, even coating across the surface.
- Add 2 chicken breasts diced into 1-inch cubes, spreading them evenly to ensure each piece browns perfectly at 375°F.
- Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally until each side develops a golden-brown exterior and reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Sprinkle 1 tablespoon minced garlic into the skillet, stirring continuously for 45-60 seconds to release its aromatic flavors.
- Pour 1 cup heavy cream into the pan, then season with 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper, mixing thoroughly.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens and coats the chicken smoothly.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese across the surface, covering the skillet for 2 minutes until cheese melts completely.
- Scatter ½ cup chopped green onions over the dish, creating a fresh, vibrant garnish just before serving hot.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for the most tender results and easiest eating experience.
- Select a cast-iron skillet if available, which helps create better browning and more consistent heat distribution.
- Grate your own cheddar cheese instead of pre-shredded for smoother melting and richer flavor.
- Lower the heat slightly when adding cream to prevent scorching and ensure a silky, smooth sauce consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: One-Skillet
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 592 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 773 mg
- Fat: 56 g
- Saturated Fat: 33 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 187 mg