Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken
A quick and tasty chicken dish that captures the warm butter flavor similar to Texas Roadhouse, made with simple ingredients and cooked in one pan.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces skinless chicken breasts or thighs, boneless
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken stock Use warm stock for better sauce consistency
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon paprika
For Garnish (Optional)
- caramelized onions For garnish, if desired
- shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese Optional topping
Instructions
Preparation
- Sprinkle salt, black pepper, and paprika evenly over both sides of the chicken pieces.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of butter, and let it melt.
- Place the chicken in the pan and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, until fully cooked and browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In the same pan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, until fragrant but not browned.
- Pour in the chicken stock and honey. Use a wooden spoon to scrape any browned bits off the bottom of the pan, mixing them into the sauce.
Coating the Chicken
- Return the chicken pieces to the pan, spooning the sauce over them. Cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
- If using cheese, sprinkle it on top of the chicken. Cover briefly to let the cheese melt.
Serving
- Sprinkle dried parsley over the chicken and sauce. Top with caramelized onions if desired for added richness.
Notes
Pat chicken dry before seasoning to get a good brown crust. Do not overcook the garlic; cook until fragrant only. Use warm chicken stock to help the sauce come together faster. Taste the sauce and add a little more honey or salt if needed.