Description
Recreate the iconic Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken at home with this easy recipe featuring juicy, marinated chicken breasts topped with savory sautéed mushrooms and onions, finished with melted Monterey Jack cheese for a comforting, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 1/2–2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup Italian dressing
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Mushroom and Onion Topping
- 10 ounce cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoon water (optional, for sautéing)
Cheese
- 2 ounce Monterey Jack cheese, sliced
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the Italian dressing over them. Seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight to let the flavors penetrate the meat.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat the avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, pat dry thoroughly, and season evenly with salt, white pepper, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Place the chicken in the hot skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Onions: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and onions and sauté for 6-8 minutes until they are soft, golden, and slightly caramelized. If the pan becomes dry, add a splash of water to prevent burning and to help the vegetables cook evenly.
- Combine and Melt Cheese: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet on top of the sautéed mushrooms and onions. Lay the slices of Monterey Jack cheese over each piece of chicken. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for a few minutes until the cheese has melted completely and the flavors meld together.
- Serve: Plate the smothered chicken hot, spooning any remaining mushrooms and onions over the top as garnish. Serve immediately for a delicious, hearty meal.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken overnight will deepen the flavor and tenderness.
- Patting the chicken dry before searing ensures a better crust and caramelization.
- Use fresh mushrooms for the best texture and taste.
- Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully, but you can substitute with mozzarella or provolone if unavailable.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables to complete the meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes (plus at least 30 minutes marinating)
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Texan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, smothered chicken, mushroom and onion chicken, comfort food, easy dinner, homemade restaurant recipe
