Description
Indulge in the savory delight of Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts bathed in a creamy sauce, topped with melted cheddar cheese and crispy bacon. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to impress with its rich flavors and comforting textures.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper before placing them in the dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Remove from heat, drain excess fat, and chop into small pieces.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in seasonings like paprika.
- Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer until slightly thickened. Stir in half the bacon and half the cheddar cheese.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the baking dish. Top with remaining cheese and bacon bits. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in your favorite herbs for a few hours before cooking. Feel free to customize by adding vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach.