Description
Alice Springs Chicken is a hearty dish featuring tender grilled chicken breasts topped with crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, melted cheese, and a flavorful honey mustard glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is versatile, easy to make, and loved by all.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 6 slices of cooked bacon
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup honey mustard sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Spread honey mustard sauce over each chicken breast. Layer with sautéed mushrooms, bacon, and shredded cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For a healthier option, use turkey bacon, low-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt-based honey mustard sauce.
- Marinate the chicken in the honey mustard sauce for 2 hours before cooking for added flavor.
- Pair with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Australian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Alice Springs Chicken, chicken with bacon and cheese, honey mustard chicken, Outback Steakhouse copycat recipe