🧈 Texas Roadhouse-Style Butter Chicken Skillet 🍗🔥
A Skillet Full of Comfort, Flavor, and Southern Soul
If you’ve ever craved the savory, buttery magic of a Texas Roadhouse meal, this Butter Chicken Skillet brings it straight to your kitchen — fast, flavorful, and full of that signature smoky-creamy goodness. With tender chicken pieces seared to golden perfection, a rich butter sauce, and melty cheddar cheese, this dish is the ultimate weeknight indulgence. Bonus? It’s ready in just 30 minutes!
🛒 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the chicken:
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
For the sauce:
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions
👩🍳 How to Make It
✅ Step 1: Sear the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat olive oil + 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat.
Season your chicken with all the spices: garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
Add to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
✅ Step 2: Make the Buttery Sauce
Lower the heat to medium. Add the last tablespoon of butter to the skillet.
Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up those tasty browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until it slightly thickens.
✅ Step 3: Combine and Melt
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir until well coated.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover and let it melt — about 2 minutes.
Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and green onions for that Texas Roadhouse flair.
🧄 Why You’ll Love It
- ✔️ One skillet = fewer dishes
- 🔥 Packed with bold spices and smoky depth
- 🧈 That creamy butter sauce? It’s chef’s kiss
- 🧀 Melted cheddar seals the deal
- ⏱️ Ready in 30 minutes — weeknight dinner win!
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
Pair this skillet beauty with:
- Creamy mashed potatoes
- Buttered corn on the cob 🌽
- Fluffy garlic dinner rolls
- Or even spooned over warm rice for extra comfort
💡 Pro Tips
- Want more heat? Amp up the cayenne or add a splash of hot sauce.
- No cheddar? Try Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a spicy twist.
- Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness if you prefer dark meat.
📌 Final Bite
This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet isn’t just a meal — it’s a buttery, cheesy, crave-worthy experience in every bite. Whether you’re feeding the family or just treating yourself, it’s the kind of skillet comfort food that earns a permanent spot on your dinner rotation.
