Description
This Easy Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken is pure comfort in a skillet—tender chicken, sautéed onions, and a creamy, buttery sauce that’s bursting with savory spice and Southern charm. It’s like your favorite steakhouse dinner got a cozy, creamy upgrade you can whip up any night of the week. Trust me, you’re going to want to lick the plate clean! #ButterChickenMagic #SouthernComfort
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, cut into pieces
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, diced
For the Sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Sauté the Aromatics
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until softened and lightly golden, about 3–4 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet.
- Season with salt and pepper and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
Build the Flavor
- Stir in garlic powder, paprika, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, stir to combine, and let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Finish the Sauce
- Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
- Simmer gently for 4–5 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken.
Serve
- Serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up all that buttery goodness.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless thighs for extra juicy chicken.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy kick.
- This dish reheats beautifully—store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Pair with green beans or a side salad for a balanced meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 135mg