Description
This Copycat Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts topped with sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a flavorful, comforting dish perfect for a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon (to taste)
- 2 tsp garlic powder (to taste)
Toppings
- 1 whole onion, sliced
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
Cheese
- 1 ¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts lengthwise and season both sides generously with chicken bouillon and garlic powder. Let the chicken rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Prep Vegetables and Cheese: While the chicken rests, slice the onion and mushrooms. Shred the Monterey Jack cheese and set aside.
- Preheat Oven and Sear Chicken: Preheat your oven to 375℉. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a mix of half a tablespoon olive oil and half a tablespoon butter. Sear the chicken breasts for approximately 3 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 160℉.
- Rest the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a resting plate for at least 5 minutes to retain its juices.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add a pinch of bouillon and garlic powder and sauté the sliced onions and mushrooms for 2-3 minutes. Just before finishing, splash in the white wine vinegar to add brightness and depth to the topping.
- Assemble for Baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place the rested chicken breasts at least 1 inch apart. Top each piece with the sautéed mushrooms and onions, then evenly sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let the chicken smothered with cheese and vegetables cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve with your favorite side dishes and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for longer with the seasonings before cooking.
- Use fresh mushrooms and onions for the best taste and texture.
- Serving suggestions include mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- Ensure the internal chicken temperature reaches 160℉ before finishing in the oven for safety and juiciness.
- You can substitute white wine vinegar with apple cider vinegar if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, Smothered Chicken, Copycat Recipe, Chicken Breast, Monterey Jack Cheese, Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions
