Description
Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Bliss is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, creamy butter sauce. The dish is finished with a sprinkle of fresh herbs, creating a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Butter Sauce: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup chicken broth, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat until bubbly.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chicken pieces, cooking for 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Reduce the heat to medium and pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Add paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, and let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of chicken broth if the sauce is too thick.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup of butter chicken with sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 45 grams
- Saturated Fat: 25 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 150 milligrams
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, Butter Chicken, Skillet Bliss, Creamy Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, American Cuisine, Chicken Recipe, Quick Meal, Family Dinner, Gluten-Free, Sautéed Chicken, Rich Sauce, Chicken Thighs