Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken
Title: Outback Steakhouse Inspired Alice Springs Chicken
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded Colby-Jack cheese
For the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
For Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season Chicken:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Cook Chicken:
- In a large oven-safe skillet, sear the seasoned chicken breasts over medium-high heat until browned on both sides. Ensure the chicken is cooked about 70-80% through.
- Make Honey Mustard Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, and apple cider vinegar to make the honey mustard sauce.
- Top Chicken:
- Spread a layer of the honey mustard sauce over each chicken breast.
- Add Toppings:
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top of the honey mustard sauce, followed by sliced mushrooms, and finish with shredded Colby-Jack cheese.
- Bake:
- Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Time and Intensity:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: Approximately 40 minutes
- Intensity: Moderate
Note: This Outback Steakhouse-inspired Alice Springs Chicken recipe features seasoned and seared chicken breasts topped with honey mustard sauce, crumbled bacon, mushrooms, and melted Colby-Jack cheese. It’s a flavorful and indulgent dish that brings the Outback Steakhouse experience to your own kitchen. Serve it with your favorite sides for a delicious and satisfying meal.
