Description
A hearty and flavorful Butter Chicken Skillet inspired by Texas Roadhouse, featuring tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and simmered in a rich, buttery, creamy sauce with mushrooms and savory seasoning. This comforting skillet meal is perfect for a family dinner and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or rice.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Cooking Fats
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Vegetables and Liquids
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and evenly season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to infuse robust flavors.
- Heat fats in skillet: Place a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil and butter, allowing the butter to melt and combine with the oil to create a flavorful cooking fat base.
- Sear the chicken: Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until tender and slightly browned, about 4-5 minutes, absorbing the flavorful browned bits left from the chicken.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
- Reintroduce chicken: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the rich, creamy sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld flavors and warm the chicken through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the skillet and serve the dish hot, ideally alongside mashed potatoes or rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For best results, use a cast iron skillet to achieve even searing and heat retention.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or fluffy rice to soak up the buttery sauce.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese on top for an extra layer of richness and flavor.
- Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and easy slicing.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
