Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken

Introduction

Savor bold, Texas-inspired flavor in your own kitchen with Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken. Creamy, rich, and boasting the big flavors you love at restaurants, this recipe is designed for simplicity without sacrificing taste. With tender chicken and a velvety, buttery sauce brimming with spices, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Why You’ll Love This Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken

This dish combines the warmth of southern cooking with the irresistible, creamy sauce made famous by Texas Roadhouse, all in an approachable home-cooked format. Forget complicated steps—this recipe uses everyday ingredients and no-fuss techniques to deliver deeply satisfying flavors. The luscious balance of butter, garlic, and gentle spices ensures each bite is comforting and unforgettable, making it an instant favorite.

Ingredient Prep: Getting Ahead the Easy Way

Efficient prep is a core feature of this recipe. Quickly dice onions and mince garlic using the versatile Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, which makes uniform cuts and saves precious time. For tender, juicy chicken, cut breasts or thighs into even pieces on a bamboo cutting board set—easy cleanup, durable, and gentle on knives.

The Creamy Texas Butter Sauce

The soul of the dish lies in its sauce: a melody of butter, aromatic spices, tomato, and a splash of cream. A SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet ensures even cooking and easy stirring, preventing the delicate sauce from sticking or scorching as it simmers to perfection. To keep sauce ultra-smooth, whisk together the butter and spices until fragrant before adding other liquids.

Cook and Serve with Ease

Ensure perfectly cooked, juicy chicken by monitoring temperature with a reliable ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking. Once done, cool leftovers in a set of Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers—they seal in flavor and make reheating a breeze. Serve with fluffy rice, warm bread, or crisp salad for a complete meal that everyone will love.

Nutritional Information & Serving Size

One batch serves 4, with each hearty plate delivering about 450–500 calories (without sides), depending on portion size and use of cream or butter alternatives. It’s a balanced indulgence perfect for both family meals and relaxed gatherings.

Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken (Recap)

With easy prep, a crave-worthy creamy sauce, and flexible serving options, this butter chicken lets you recreate a restaurant classic at home—minimum effort, maximum comfort.

Instructions

1. Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper. Using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, prep onion and garlic for uniform, quick cooking.
2. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden (about 4–5 minutes per side). Transfer chicken to a plate.
3. In the same pan, reduce heat to medium. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and cayenne; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add tomato sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Reduce heat to low and whisk in butter until melted and fully incorporated. Pour in heavy cream, stirring continuously for a velvety finish.
6. Return chicken to the pan, tossing to coat. Simmer 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through (reaching 165°F; check with a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking).
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy meals the next day.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

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Enjoy the rich flavors of Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken without the fuss—this recipe packs convenience and taste for a dinner that truly satisfies.