Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese
A delightful dish featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in savory flavors, topped with creamy jack cheese and sautéed vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound to even thickness for even cooking.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup jack cheese, shredded Can substitute with other cheeses as desired.
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup onions, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust to taste for spice level.
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning.
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Optional for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms, green bell pepper, and onions. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- Stir in minced garlic, paprika, and chili powder. Cook for another minute to unlock the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for about 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning the vegetable mixture over the top.
- Sprinkle the shredded jack cheese generously over the chicken and veggies.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
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Notes
For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes. Feel free to experiment with other cheeses.