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Texas Roadhouse Honey Butter Chicken

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Sticky, golden honey butter melting over sizzling, juicy chicken—this easy copycat recipe brings the bold, sweet-savory flavors of Texas Roadhouse to your dinner table in under 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, it features tender pan-seared chicken glazed with a homemade honey butter sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 lbs), pounded to even thickness
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • For the Honey Butter Glaze:
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment and pound to about 1/2-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels.
  2. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture, coating both sides and shaking off excess.
  3. Heat olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter foams and oil shimmers.
  4. Add chicken breasts in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Sear each side for 5-7 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
  5. While chicken cooks, make the glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine 1/3 cup butter, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, a pinch of salt, and cayenne if using. Whisk until smooth and glossy. Do not boil.
  6. Reduce skillet heat to low. Brush or spoon honey butter glaze over each chicken piece, flipping to coat both sides. Reserve some glaze for serving.
  7. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with extra glaze and serve hot.

Notes

For gluten-free, use a cup-for-cup gluten-free flour blend. Chicken thighs can be substituted for breasts. For extra flavor, add fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon to the glaze. Make a double batch of glaze for drizzling on sides. Let chicken rest before slicing for maximum juiciness.

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Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, honey butter chicken, copycat, easy dinner, skillet chicken, sweet glaze, comfort food, family meal, weeknight dinner

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