Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet
Enjoy a comforting and flavorful Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet, featuring tender chicken in a rich, creamy butter sauce. This one-pan meal is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or naan bread, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in turmeric powder, chili powder, cumin powder, garam masala, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the tomato sauce and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the heavy cream and butter until the butter is melted and the sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the flavors.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
- Serve hot over cooked rice or with naan bread.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the skillet right before serving. Serve with a side of raita (yogurt sauce) for a cooling contrast.