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A colorful skillet filled with tender, golden-brown pieces of chicken coated in a rich, creamy butter sauce topped with fresh parsley, served alongside warm crusty bread and vibrant steamed vegetables, all beautifully arranged on a rustic wooden table.

Succulent Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

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A savory skillet dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, buttery sauce, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and dried thyme, stirring to combine.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, coating with the sauce, and simmer for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use skinless chicken breasts for a healthier option.
  • Adjust cream and butter for richer or lighter sauce.
  • Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 480 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: Thirty grams
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg