Description
Looking for a satisfying, easy dinner idea with a bold Southern twist? This Texas Roadhouse-Style Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet hits every mark. Featuring golden-seared chicken bites in a creamy, garlicky butter sauce, it’s indulgent yet quick to make—perfect for weeknight dinners, lazy Sunday meals, or even impressive food ideas when guests are over. Whether you’re after quick comfort food or a protein-packed, low-effort meal prep option, this dish delivers major flavor with minimal fuss. Try it once, and it’ll become a favorite in your rotation of easy recipes and dinner ideas.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
5 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the chicken until golden brown on each side, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium, melt butter in the skillet, and sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Pour in chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
5. Add heavy cream and stir. Let simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Return chicken to the skillet and coat with sauce. Simmer for 3–4 more minutes until cooked through.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve hot.
Notes
Let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened for maximum flavor.
For extra depth, try adding a splash of white wine before the broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: easy dinner, garlic butter chicken, skillet recipe, quick chicken dinner, creamy garlic chicken