Description
Succulent texas roadhouse smothered chicken brings southern comfort to dinner tables with its rich, creamy sauce and perfectly seasoned chicken. Melted cheese and savory mushrooms elevate this hearty dish, promising a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 small onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- 1 cup prepared chicken gravy (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in zesty Italian dressing, ensuring complete coverage by submerging breasts in a sealed plastic bag and refrigerating for 30-120 minutes.
- Prepare a skillet with olive oil, gently caramelizing onions until translucent, then introducing mushrooms and garlic, cooking until moisture dissipates and vegetables develop rich, golden edges.
- Extract chicken from marinade, thoroughly pat dry with paper towels to promote optimal browning.
- Create a robust seasoning blend combining salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, generously coating both sides of chicken breasts.
- Heat skillet to medium-high, adding remaining olive oil, and sear chicken until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Transfer perfectly cooked chicken to an oven-safe dish, lavishly topping each piece with sautéed vegetable medley and generous sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese.
- Slide dish into preheated 350°F oven, allowing cheese to melt and become delicately bubbly, roughly 5-7 minutes.
- Retrieve from oven, permit brief resting period, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley for vibrant presentation and enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Marinade Magic: Let the chicken soak in Italian dressing for maximum flavor infusion, with longer marinating times (up to 2 hours) delivering more intense taste.
- Moisture Management: Pat chicken thoroughly dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming instead of searing.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Use freshly shredded Monterey Jack for optimal melting and smoother texture compared to pre-packaged cheese.
- Diet Flexibility: Swap regular cheese with dairy-free alternatives like cashew or almond cheese for lactose-intolerant or vegan preferences, keeping the dish’s core flavor profile intact.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1090 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg