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Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet: Creamy, Bold, and Skillet-Ready

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A buttery, creamy chicken skillet dish inspired by Indian butter chicken and Texas Roadhouse-style bold flavor. Made in one pan with a rich, spiced tomato cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

  • 4 tbsp salted butter, divided

  • 1 small onion, finely diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • ½ tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp brown sugar

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and chili powder.

  • Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 5–7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • In the same pan, melt 2 tbsp butter. Sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes.

  • Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes. Add spices and brown sugar.

  • Pour in broth and cream. Simmer until slightly thickened.

  • Return chicken to skillet and simmer 5–7 minutes.

  • Finish with 1 tbsp butter and garnish with herbs.

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