A rustic, savory skillet chicken recipe inspired by Texas Roadhouse — featuring golden-seared chicken in a rich garlic butter sauce, all made in one pan.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
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4 tbsp salted butter, divided
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1 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, finely minced
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp smoked paprika
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½ tsp onion powder
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh lemon juice, heavy cream, chopped parsley
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season well with spices, salt, and pepper. Let rest 10 minutes.
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Heat oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Lower heat, add remaining butter and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
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Spoon garlic butter over chicken for several minutes. Add lemon or cream if desired.
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Rest in pan for 5 minutes before serving.