Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe
This Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made with sautéed onions, mushrooms, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for an easy yet impressive weeknight dinner with comforting Southern-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Sautéed Vegetables & Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional for richer sauce)
Topping & Garnish
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. This layers flavor onto the chicken before cooking.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown to lock in juices. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Onions: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until soft and golden, building a flavorful base.
- Add the Mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for another 5 minutes until tender and browned to enhance earthiness.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and allow it to simmer for about 3 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream at this stage if you desire a richer, creamier sauce.
- Combine and Bake: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the mushroom-onion mixture over them, and sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top. Transfer the skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F and bake for 10-12 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is at room temperature before cooking for even cooking results.
- Adjust creaminess by omitting heavy cream if preferred for a lighter sauce.
- Stir the sauce occasionally while simmering to enhance flavors.
- Let the dish rest a few minutes after baking before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and creamier texture.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for color and freshness.
- This dish can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
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