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Amazing 30-Min Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Close-up of a juicy chicken breast topped with melted white cheese, sautéed mushrooms, and onions, resembling Texas Roadhouse smothered chicken.
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Make a copycat of the popular restaurant dish: juicy grilled chicken breasts topped with sautéed onions, mushrooms, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. This recipe is quick and uses simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup sliced white or yellow onions
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
  • 4 slices Monterey Jack cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 3/4 inch. Rub both sides with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat a grill or large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove chicken and set aside, keeping warm.
  3. Sauté the toppings: Reduce heat to medium. Add onions and mushrooms to the same skillet or grill surface. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are soft and lightly browned, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add liquid: Pour in the water or chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Assemble the dish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet or place them on a baking sheet if using a grill. Spoon the onion and mushroom mixture over each chicken breast.
  6. Melt the cheese: Top each breast with a slice of Monterey Jack cheese. If using a skillet, cover the pan for 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts. If using an oven-safe skillet or baking sheet, place under the broiler for 1 minute until the cheese is bubbly and melted.
  7. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for 30 minutes before cooking.
  • If you prefer a different cheese, Swiss or Provolone work well as a substitute for Monterey Jack.
  • To make this recipe gluten free, confirm all seasonings used are certified gluten free.
  • If you do not have fresh mushrooms, use 1/2 cup of canned, drained mushrooms.

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