Description
Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is a quick and creamy skillet dinner featuring tender chicken breasts, a rich buttery cream sauce, and flavorful spices. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 small onion, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sear chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until soft.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add dried thyme.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is fully coated.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Adjust paprika and thyme to taste for stronger flavor.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles for a complete meal.
- Leftovers reheat well on the stovetop or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American