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A sizzling skillet filled with tender, golden-brown chicken pieces coated in rich butter sauce, topped with melted cheese and garnished with fresh herbs. The skillet is sizzling on a rustic wooden table, with a side of steamed vegetables and warm bread visible in the background, highlighting an appetizing and inviting presentation.

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Description

Discover the delicious Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe, a hearty and flavorful dish that mimics the popular restaurant favorite. This easy-to-make, creamy butter chicken skillet is perfect for dinner parties or family meals, offering rich spices and tender chicken in a luscious sauce. Impress your guests with this homemade copycat recipe that combines aromatic spices, flavorful tomato sauce, and creamy goodness in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the cubed chicken with salt, pepper, and half of the garam masala. In a skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining butter. Sauté the chopped onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the remaining spices (garam masala, paprika, cumin, turmeric), stir well, then pour in the tomato sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream until combined and creamy. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat each piece in the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to marry the flavors.
  5. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot over steamed rice or with naan bread.

Notes

  • For extra spicy flavor, add cayenne pepper or chili powder during the spice addition step.
  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for more tenderness and flavor.
  • If the sauce needs to be thicker, simmer longer or stir in a cornstarch slurry (1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water).
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American, Indian-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 460 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 20 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 42 g
  • Cholesterol: 125 mg

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Find it online: https://recipeswonders.com/texas-roadhouse-butter-chicken-skillet-recipe/