Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
A comforting one-pan meal that merges tender chicken with a rich butter sauce, perfect for various occasions.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter Divided
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup broccoli florets Optional
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced Optional
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Cooking the Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken breasts to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Preparing the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, stirring well and scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Lower the heat, then stir in heavy cream and soy sauce. Mix until combined and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Optionally, add broccoli florets and sliced bell peppers into the sauce. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender.
Finishing Touches
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the creamy sauce. Cook for 2 more minutes to heat through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.
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Notes
For varied flavors, consider adding red pepper flakes or using half and half instead of heavy cream. Adjust vegetables based on preference.