Description
Crispy, cheesy Alice Springs Chicken brings Outback Steakhouse magic straight to your kitchen with juicy marinated chicken, smoky bacon, and melted monterey jack that’ll make dinner feel like a restaurant-worthy treat. Prepare to wow your family with this copycat recipe that’s simple enough for weeknight cooking but special enough to impress.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Cheese:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup honey mustard dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat outdoor grill to 400°F, creating medium-high temperature zones for consistent cooking.
- Create a seasoning blend by whisking 2 tablespoons olive oil with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Thoroughly coat each 4-ounce chicken breast with the prepared seasoning mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Place chicken breasts directly on preheated grill grates, cooking for precisely 6-7 minutes on the first side until golden brown marks develop.
- Flip chicken breasts carefully, grilling an additional 6-7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F at thickest point.
- Brush ¼ cup honey mustard dressing generously over each chicken breast during final 2 minutes of cooking.
- Sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese and ¼ cup crumbled bacon atop each chicken breast.
- Close grill lid, allowing cheese to melt completely for 2 minutes, creating a bubbling golden topping.
- Transfer chicken to clean serving plate, letting protein rest for 3 minutes before serving to retain moisture.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken in the olive oil and spice mixture helps create a flavorful and juicy result that mimics the restaurant version.
- Cooking on medium-high heat ensures a nice char on the outside while keeping the inside tender and moist.
- For a lower-fat option, swap the bacon for turkey bacon and use reduced-fat cheese to cut down on calories without losing flavor.
- When grilling indoors, a cast-iron grill pan works perfectly if an outdoor grill isn’t available, giving similar char marks and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 797 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 59 g
- Saturated Fat: 19 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 34 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 52 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg