Texas Roadhouse-Style Garlic Butter Chicken Skillet

You catch the smell through the steam vent and suddenly you are starving. It27s that kinda garlic butter scent that just grabs you by the nose and pulls you closer. You sense the float valve doing its thing while that sealing ring keeps all the flavors locked in tight.

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At first, you spot the little hiss from the valve and you know the broth depth inside is just right. Your mouth starts to water even before you get the lid off. That natural release is a slow tease, but worth every second.

Finally, the lid lifts and there it is, the Low-Carb Texas Roadhouse Garlic Butter Chicken. You spot each tender, golden piece, smelling like you27re walkin27 into your fav steakhouse. It27s dang good and you already know this meal gonna hit the spot super quick.

Why Your Cooker Beats Every Other Pot

• You get that perfect broth depth locking in flavor real good.
• The sealing ring keeps all the garlic butter sauce steaming inside, no leaks.
• The float valve lets you know when pressure27s up, so no guesswork.
• Valve hiss tells you it27s working, kinda like your cooker talking to you.
• Natural release makes chicken super tender as it finishes cooking evenly.
• Food cooks faster than on the stovetop, saving you time and hassle.
• Cleanup27s easier since sauce sticks less inside the cooker compared to usual pans.

All the Pieces for This Meal

• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite sized pieces. You want them small enough to soak up that garlic butter real nice.
• 2 tablespoons olive oil to get that chicken browned just right without sticking to your pan.
• 1 teaspoon onion powder adds a mild sweet flavor that blends perfect with all the spices.
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder for extra punch on top of the fresh minced garlic.
• 1 teaspoon paprika brings just a little smoky color and warmth.
• 4 tablespoons butter cause it27s gotta be buttery to really feel like Texas Roadhouse.
• 3 teaspoons minced garlic to get that fresh, punchy aroma that27s kinda key to this recipe.
• 2 teaspoons sugar-free honey to add a subtle touch of sweetness without carbs sneaking in.

Your Complete Cooking Timeline

• Start by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat so you get a nice sear on the chicken.
• Next, toss in the chicken pieces and cook 'em until browned and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes. You gotta make sure they27re just right before moving on. Then remove 27em and set aside.
• In the same skillet, drop in all that butter and let it melt slow. You see it turn silky and shiny real quick.
• Add minced garlic, then sprinkle onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until it27s smelling dang good around your kitchen.
• Stir in the sugar-free honey and watch it mix nice with the butter sauce.
• Throw the chicken back in the skillet and give everything a good toss, making sure each piece is coated with that rich garlic butter sauce.
• Let it cook another 2 to 3 minutes until it27s heated through and the flavors really cling to your chicken bites.
• Serve hot. If you want, garnish with a sprinkle of parsley or a dash of pepper. You remember, presentation counts even in a hurry!

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Easy Tweaks That Make Life Simple

• You can swap olive oil for avocado oil if that27s what you got handy. It works real good and adds a slightly different flavor.
• If you27re short on time, buy pre-minced garlic or garlic paste to skip chopping but keep that bold garlic kick.
• To speed up clean-up, line your skillet with some foil before melting butter. Less scrubbing later, yay!

That First Bite Moment

When you take that first bite, your taste buds light up from all that garlicky buttery goodness. Juicy chicken coated with a creamy sauce that27s both savory and just the right hint of sweet noodle around your tongue.

You notice how each bite melts gently, thanks to natural release letting the flavors soak deep. There27s just a little smoky edge from the paprika that keeps things interesting.

The texture27s tender but still got a little bite cause you browned your chicken steps earlier. So dang satisfying.

That lingering garlic smell in your nose and on your fingers reminds you this meal is straight from your pressure cooker, made with little work but big taste.

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Your Leftover Strategy Guide

• Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in your fridge. It stays tasty for up to 3 days if you reheat gently.
• Freeze portions in freezer-safe bags or containers. Thaw overnight in the fridge to keep that broth depth and sauce intact.
• Reheat leftovers using low heat on stove or microwave with a splash of water to keep moisture alive and avoid drying out your chicken.

Everything Else You Wondered About

• Can I use thighs instead of breasts? Yeah, chicken thighs work great and stay nice and juicy in the cooker. Just adjust cook time if needed.
• How important is the sealing ring? It27s super important cause it traps all that steam and flavor inside. Check yours before you start.
• What27s natural release about? After pressure cooking, natural release lets your cooker slowly lose pressure without opening the valve immediately. This keeps your chicken tender.
• Can I double this recipe? Totally, just make sure your cooker is big enough to hold it all without crowding.
• Is sugar-free honey really necessary? You can skip it or use a dash of regular honey if you prefer a little sugar, but it27s here to keep carbs low.
• Why that valve hiss sound? It tells you the pressure cooker is pressurized and cooking your food under steam. It27s kinda like a little cooking soundtrack!

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Low-Carb Texas Roadhouse Garlic Butter Chicken

Low-carb garlic butter chicken inspired by Texas Roadhouse — tender, juicy pieces coated in a savory buttery sauce with paprika and garlic, ready in under 30 minutes!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 19 minutes mins

Total Time 29 minutes mins

Cuisine Mediterranean

Servings 4 servings

Calories 395 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Skillet Large

Ingredients

  

Main ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into bite sized pieces
• 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 3 teaspoon Minced Garlic
• 2 teaspoon Sugar-Free Honey

Instructions

 

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• In the same skillet, melt the butter until silky.
• Add minced garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Cook 1 to 2 minutes.
• Stir in the sugar-free honey.
• Return chicken to skillet and toss to coat in garlic butter sauce.
• Cook another 2 to 3 minutes until heated through.
• Serve hot, garnish if desired with parsley or pepper.

Notes

Use thighs instead of breasts if preferred. Store leftovers in fridge for 3 days or freeze. Reheat gently with splash of water to retain flavor.