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Texas Roadhouse Copycat Butter Chicken Skillet - Easy Restaurant Style Recipe

This Texas Roadhouse copycat butter chicken skillet delivers all the savory, garlicky goodness of the steakhouse favorite without the restaurant price tag. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder comes together in under 30 minutes with tender chicken in a rich butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Season the chicken pieces with smoked paprika, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Make sure each piece is evenly coated.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter melts and starts to sizzle, add the chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and push chicken to one side of the skillet. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the empty space. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Stir everything together and let simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Add heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer for another 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately over mashed potatoes, rice, or with your favorite side dishes.

Notes

Make sure skillet is properly heated before adding chicken for authentic sear. Don't overcrowd the skillet - work in batches if needed for proper browning. Pair with creamy coleslaw or roasted vegetables for a complete steakhouse experience.