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Delicious Texas Roadhouse butter chicken served with rice and garnished with herbs

Effortless Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken

A quick, creamy chicken dish that's comforting and packed with flavor, prepared in one pan for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 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
  • Caramelized onions (for garnish, if desired)
  • Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional topping)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by seasoning the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat, then add minced garlic. Don’t skip toasting the garlic — it makes all the difference!
  2. Pour in the warmed chicken stock and mix in honey and dried parsley.
Coating the Chicken
  1. Add the seasoned chicken to the pan, coating each piece with that luscious sauce.
  2. Let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Once done, top with the remaining butter, caramelized onions, and cheese if using. Serve hot and enjoy the smiles!

Notes

This chicken stays fresh in the fridge for about 3-4 days. When reheating, warm it in a pan over low heat or microwave it carefully to avoid dry chicken. You can add chopped spinach or bell peppers to the sauce for extra nutrition.