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Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
– ¼ cup salted butter
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ cup chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating the Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
2. Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the salted butter over medium heat.
3. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
4. Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet. Cook until they are browned on all sides, around 5-7 minutes.
5. Add Peppers: Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
6. Pour Chicken Broth and Cream: Add the chicken broth and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
7. Finish Cooking: Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

These simple steps take you through a delicious cooking experience, perfect for any skill level.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 44g
  • Protein: 36g