Description
Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken comes together with tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese that make dinner feel like a special treat. Bacon lovers and comfort food fans will absolutely adore this simple yet delicious copycat recipe that brings restaurant flavors straight to your kitchen table.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Supporting Ingredients:
- 8 ounces mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Whip together ½ cup Dijon mustard, ½ cup honey, ¼ cup mayonnaise, and 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice in a mixing bowl to create a tangy marinade.
- Submerge 4 chicken breasts completely in the marinade, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to absorb maximum flavor.
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat and melt 2 tablespoons butter until it starts to bubble gently.
- Place marinated chicken breasts into the hot skillet, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove chicken and set aside on a clean plate, keeping warm.
- Add 1 tablespoon olive oil to the same skillet and toss in 8 ounces sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until they release their moisture and turn soft.
- Transfer chicken back to the skillet and top each breast with 1 chopped cooked bacon slice and a generous handful of mushrooms.
- Sprinkle ½ cup shredded Colby Jack cheese over each chicken breast.
- Broil at 500°F for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and becomes bubbly with golden edges.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, add a pinch of salt and pepper, then serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for maximum flavor by letting it sit in the mixture for up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Use thick-cut bacon for a heartier texture and richer taste in the final dish.
- Choose a good melting cheese like Monterey Jack or sharp cheddar to create a delicious golden topping.
- For a lighter version, swap regular bacon for turkey bacon and use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the marinade.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 644 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg