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Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken That’ll Warm Your Soul

This Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken features tender chicken breasts smothered in sautéed onions, mushrooms, bacon, and cheddar cheese—comfort food at its finest!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Ensure even thickness for consistent cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adds warmth and depth to the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Provides a savory base flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements the garlic.
For Searing and Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Used for searing; can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Melts beautifully for a creamy topping.
  • 1 cup Sliced Mushrooms Introduces an earthy flavor.
  • 1 cup Diced Green Bell Pepper Offers crunch and mild sweetness.
  • 1 cup Diced Onion Contributes sweet and aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon, Crumbled Provides a salty, crispy element.
  • 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Adds creamy tanginess; optional.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley, Chopped For garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure even cooking.
  2. Pound chicken breasts to an even 1-inch thickness and season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Sear chicken in a skillet with olive oil for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté sliced mushrooms, diced green bell pepper, and diced onion for 5-7 minutes until tender. Add crumbled bacon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  5. Layer seared chicken in a baking dish, top each with sautéed vegetable and bacon mixture, sprinkle with cheddar cheese, and drizzle with ranch dressing.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes to bubble the cheese, watching closely to prevent burning.
  8. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Customize toppings as per preference to create your personal version of this dish.

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