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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

  • Author: Anna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Fusion (Indian-American inspired)
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

The Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken with a rich, buttery, and spicy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan meal offers bold, comforting flavors with a creamy tomato-based sauce accented by garlic, paprika, garam masala, and cumin. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy solo meal, it’s a versatile, satisfying recipe that can be easily customized with different proteins, veggies, and spice levels.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Butter Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper to enhance its natural flavor before cooking.
  2. Sauté the Garlic: In a hot skillet, melt the butter and toss in the minced garlic, cooking just until fragrant to infuse the dish with savory aroma.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and sauté until golden brown and nearly cooked through, sealing in juices and texture.
  4. Add Tomato Paste and Spices: Stir in tomato paste along with paprika, garam masala, and cumin, allowing the spices to bloom in the buttery base.
  5. Pour in Cream and Simmer: Slowly mix in the heavy cream, letting the sauce thicken slightly as the flavors meld into that rich, buttery goodness.
  6. Finish and Garnish: Adjust seasoning as needed, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top, and get ready to enjoy a flavor explosion in every bite.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan to allow the chicken to brown and avoid steaming.
  • Toast spices gently in butter to intensify their flavors.
  • Adjust the amount of cream to achieve your preferred sauce thickness.
  • Add fresh cilantro at the end to preserve its brightness and fresh taste.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 350 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 18 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg

Keywords: butter chicken, Texas Roadhouse style, skillet recipe, easy dinner, creamy chicken, spiced chicken, quick dinner, one pan meal

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