Description
Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken brings together juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese in a mouthwatering combo that’ll make your taste buds dance. Honey mustard and mushrooms complete this hearty dish that turns dinner into a delicious adventure for your plate.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices bacon
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- ½ cup honey mustard dressing
- 1 cup sauteed mushrooms
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- Warm your oven to 375°F and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Thoroughly dry 4 chicken breasts with paper towels, removing excess moisture.
- Create a seasoning blend by mixing 1 teaspoon each of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder with ½ teaspoon salt and pepper.
- Massage the seasoning mix thoroughly into each chicken breast, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a thin layer of oil, allowing it to become hot and shimmering.
- Sear the seasoned chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust develops, then transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Generously drizzle ½ cup honey mustard dressing over each chicken breast, coating them evenly.
- Distribute 8 crumbled bacon slices across the chicken, covering the surface completely.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese over each piece, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Optional: Scatter 1 cup sautéed mushrooms across the chicken for additional flavor.
- Slide the baking dish into the 375°F oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
- Garnish with ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with your preferred side dishes.
Notes
- Let the chicken sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before cooking to ensure even heat distribution.
- Use thick-cut bacon for maximum flavor and crispiness, cooking it separately to control its texture.
- Choose a good quality honey mustard for depth of flavor, or make your own by mixing honey and Dijon mustard.
- For a lower-carb version, swap cheese for a dairy-free alternative and serve over cauliflower rice instead of traditional sides.
- Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
- Cook Time: 26-33 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg