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Texas Butter Chicken Skillet Recipe

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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Inspired by steakhouse flavors, this Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet features juicy, seasoned chicken breasts cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce with herbs. It’s a quick, satisfying dinner that’s perfect with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Sauce & Cooking

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly on both sides with paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to ensure a flavorful base.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet on medium-high heat and add olive oil, letting it warm up until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side until they develop a golden-brown crust and are cooked through. Once done, remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
  4. Prepare the Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter to the same skillet. Allow it to melt completely, then stir in the minced garlic. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant but not burnt.
  5. Add Lemon Juice and Deglaze: Pour in the lemon juice and use a spatula or wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, incorporating them into the sauce for extra flavor.
  6. Return Chicken and Simmer: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spoon the garlic butter sauce over them, and let everything simmer together for 2 to 3 minutes so the chicken absorbs the flavors.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the dish for color and freshness, then serve the skillet chicken immediately alongside your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Add mushrooms or green beans to the skillet for a complete and hearty meal.
  • Finish with extra melted butter over the chicken for an even richer flavor experience.
  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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