Copycat Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe
This Copycat Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe features juicy, seared boneless chicken breasts topped with sautéed mushrooms and caramelized onions, finished with melted Monterey Jack cheese. A perfect dinner dish that combines savory flavors and cheesy goodness with a splash of white wine vinegar for added zest.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon (to taste)
- 2 tsp garlic powder (to taste)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (divided, ½ tbsp per batch)
- 1 tbsp butter (divided, ½ tbsp per batch)
Toppings
- 1 whole onion, chopped
- 8 oz mushrooms, chopped
- 1 ¼ cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts lengthwise to create thinner pieces. Season both sides with chicken bouillon and garlic powder to taste. Let the chicken rest for about 15 minutes to reach room temperature.
- Prepare Vegetables and Cheese: While the chicken rests, chop the onions and mushrooms. Shred the Monterey Jack cheese using a grater or chop it into thin pieces.
- Preheat and Sear Chicken: Preheat the oven to 375℉. Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add a blend of ½ tablespoon olive oil and ½ tablespoon butter per batch. Sear each chicken piece for approximately 3 minutes on each side until golden brown and reaching an internal temperature of 160℉.
- Rest the Chicken: Transfer the seared chicken to a plate and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes to retain juices.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Onions: In the same or separate pan, sauté the chopped mushrooms and onions with a pinch of bouillon and garlic powder for 2-3 minutes. Near the end, add a splash of white wine vinegar for enhanced flavor and remove from heat.
- Assemble for Baking: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Place the rested chicken breasts at least 1 inch apart. Top each with the sautéed mushroom and onion mix, then sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Final Rest and Serve: Remove from oven and let the chicken cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Pair with your choice of sides and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is properly cooked to an internal temperature of 160℉ before baking to avoid undercooking.
- Adjust garlic powder and chicken bouillon seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Use fresh mushrooms and onions for best flavor and texture.
- Resting chicken after searing and after baking helps retain juiciness and tenderness.
- Using a 50/50 blend of olive oil and butter enhances flavor and prevents burning during searing.
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, Smothered Chicken, Copycat Recipe, Monterey Jack Cheese, Sautéed Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Easy Dinner, Oven Baked Chicken
