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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken

Juicy pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a rich, buttery garlic sauce inspired by steakhouse flavors. This Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken is a quick and easy skillet dinner made with simple ingredients, perfect for lazy weeknights, meal prep, and family-friendly comfort food.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 thin sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tablespoons butter divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining butter and garlic; sauté 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in honey, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
  6. Return chicken to skillet and spoon sauce over it.
  7. Simmer 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and coated in sauce.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Use thin sliced chicken for even, quick cooking.
Do not overcrowd the pan.
Add a splash of cream for a richer sauce if desired.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days or freeze for 2 months.