Description
Experience the flavors of Texas Roadhouse with this Butter Chicken Skillet, a simple yet delectable dish that brings restaurant-quality taste to your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare juicy chicken breasts bathed in a rich honey-garlic sauce infused with smoked paprika. This one-pan wonder not only makes cleanup a breeze but is also gluten-free and perfect for any occasion—from quick weeknight dinners to special gatherings. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the butter mixture by combining unsalted butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove from skillet.
- Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom. Stir in the prepared butter mixture until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat thoroughly with the sauce. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg