Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery flavors of this Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet. Perfectly seared chicken breasts are enveloped in a creamy garlic sauce, creating an unforgettable dining experience. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh veggies for a well-rounded meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp honey
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Gather ingredients and chop garlic finely. Ensure chicken is thawed.
- Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; melt butter. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Flip chicken; add minced garlic and smoked paprika, stirring until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Create Sauce: Pour in chicken broth; bring to a simmer. Stir in sour cream and honey until well combined.
- Finish Cooking: Cover skillet; simmer for about 10 minutes until internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg