Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe
A comforting Texas Roadhouse-style smothered chicken recipe featuring tender seared chicken breasts simmered in a creamy garlic sauce, topped with melted jack cheese, and baked to perfection. This dish combines rich flavors and simple ingredients to create a hearty, restaurant-quality meal at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Sear Chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and partially cooked.
- Add Garlic and Paprika: Add the minced garlic and a sprinkle of paprika to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant and aromatic.
- Simmer Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping the skillet bottom to loosen any browned bits. Allow the sauce to simmer gently, thickening slightly and melding flavors.
- Top with Cheese and Bake: Transfer the seared chicken to the prepared baking dish, pour the creamy sauce over it, and top the chicken breasts evenly with shredded jack cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the chicken is fully cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute and the flavors to set.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you may add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the seasoning mixture.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to better control salt levels in the dish.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is fully cooked.
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