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Golden seared chicken bites simmered in a rich garlic butter sauce inside a cast-iron skillet, garnished with fresh parsley.

Texas Roadhouse Butter Chicken Skillet

This cast-iron butter chicken skillet is a savory, Texas Roadhouse-inspired dish that's loaded with flavor and easy to prepare. Perfectly seared chicken breasts in a buttery, garlicky sauce with a hint of honey.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter divided
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika smoked if available
Sauce
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp honey
Optional Toppings
  • shredded cheddar cheese for melting on top
  • caramelized onions optional
  • dried parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil and 2 tbsp of butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  3. Sear the chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 5–6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add the remaining butter and garlic to the skillet. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and honey. Stir and deglaze the pan.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, spooning sauce over chicken.
  7. Optionally, top with shredded cheese and caramelized onions. Cover until cheese melts.
  8. Garnish with dried parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or Texas toast to soak up the rich buttery sauce. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.