Description
Experience the rich, buttery flavors of Texas Roadhouse with this Butter Chicken Skillet. This one-pan dish combines tender chicken thighs with a creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Serve it over rice or pasta for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Gather and chop the onion and garlic. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent.
- Cook Chicken & Spices: Add chicken pieces along with paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned.
- Make Creamy Sauce: Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth; let simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.
- Finish & Serve: Lower heat, add remaining butter, and sprinkle with parsley or cilantro. Serve hot over rice or pasta.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 140mg