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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken That's Surprisingly Easy to Make

This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken delivers a rich garlic butter flavor that's quick to make and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter Best to control seasoning
  • 2-3 cloves Fresh garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Chicken stock Warmed
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper Freshly ground
Optional Garnishes
  • 1 tablespoon Dried parsley
  • 1 cup Caramelized onions
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese Monterey Jack or cheddar

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  2. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until cooked through.
  3. In the same skillet, melt remaining butter, sauté minced garlic, and add chicken stock and honey.
  4. Add the chicken back to the skillet and spoon sauce over it, simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken.
  5. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken, cover briefly until melted.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley and optionally caramelized onions, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with stock to keep moist.

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