Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

Introduction

Bring the bold, comforting flavors of a Texas favorite right to your kitchen with this Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet. The secret? Lusciously seasoned chicken, pan-seared to perfection, then bathed in a creamy, garlicky butter sauce. This dish is rich yet balanced and comes together fast for a weeknight dinner but is special enough to impress company.

Perfect for anyone who craves hearty, crowd-pleasing comfort food with big flavor but minimal fuss, this skillet supper pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or a wedge of crusty bread to soak up every drop of sauce.

Why Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Is a Winner

What makes this dish stand out is its blend of simplicity and indulgence. Tender chicken breasts are cooked in a single skillet, meaning less cleanup and more flavor as all those delicious browned bits become part of the rich, buttery sauce. The combination of savory aromatics, sweet cream, and a finishing pop of parsley echoes that famous Texas Roadhouse flair but is even better at home and customizable to your taste.

Essential Prep for Skillet Success

Getting the prep right will make this recipe even smoother. A sharp chef’s knife or an all-in-one tool like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes quick work of dicing onions and garlic. Always start by patting your chicken dry for the best sear, then season liberally.

To keep things neat, use a large, sturdy board like a set of Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen for prepping both your chicken and herbs. And for perfectly portioned butter slices, consider a Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display.

Building the Butter Sauce

Patience is key when browning your butter—watch it carefully so it gets fragrant without burning. For best results, use a quality, nonstick skillet such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch to ensure even cooking and easy cleanup.

Adding the cream at just the right moment, after garlic and spices have bloomed, gives the sauce irresistible depth. Don’t skip the fresh parsley at the end—its brightness is the perfect counterpoint to the sauce’s richness.

Serving Suggestions & How to Store Leftovers

Serve this hearty skillet straight from the pan, family-style, with fresh bread or over fluffy rice. For easy lunch prep, portion leftovers into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for a grab-and-go meal that will have you looking forward to lunch.

This dish also works beautifully for meal prep—simply refrigerate for up to three days and reheat gently to keep the chicken moist and flavorful.

Nutritional Information and Yield

This recipe serves 4 and each serving is packed with satisfying protein, healthy fats, and just enough indulgence to be totally satisfying. Expect around 450–500 calories per portion, and if you want to lighten things up, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream or try light butter.

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet (Recap)

This skillet dinner takes the iconic flavors of Texas Roadhouse and brings them home in an unbeatable one-pan meal: juicy chicken, sumptuous butter sauce, and easy prep for a dinner that ALWAYS delivers.

Instructions

1. Pat the chicken dry and season well with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Lightly dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off excess.
2. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high. Add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
3. Once butter foams, add chicken. Cook 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through and golden. Remove to a plate and cover to keep warm.
4. Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion to skillet and sauté until soft (about 2 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
5. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter. When melted, pour in cream and broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Simmer until slightly thickened, 3-5 minutes.
6. Return chicken to skillet and coat with sauce. Simmer gently 1-2 minutes to reheat. Stir in parsley; season with salt, pepper, additional paprika, red pepper flakes, or lemon juice as desired.
7. Serve hot, family-style, garnished with more fresh parsley.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet truly brings together creamy comfort and homey flavor ­– a surefire hit for any dinner table!