Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
This Texas Roadhouse inspired Butter Chicken Skillet is a delightful and creamy dish packed with flavor. With tender chicken pieces cooked in a buttery sauce combined with rich spices, it's perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion Diced.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon ginger Minced.
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste.
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Heat the large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter.
- Once the butter is melted, add the diced onions to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onions become translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger, continuing to sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Season the chopped chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and no longer pink.
- Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and chili powder. Mix well to ensure the chicken is well-coated with the spices.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine all ingredients. Let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Add the lime juice and stir again. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Serve this dish over cooked rice or with warm naan for a complete meal.
You can add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for added color and nutrition.
Make sure to adjust the level of spice according to your preference.