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Alice Springs Chicken, a delicious Outback Steakhouse copycat recipe, is pictured as the featured image.

Irresistible Alice Springs Chicken

Recreate the iconic Alice Springs Chicken at home! This recipe features juicy chicken breasts topped with honey mustard, crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and a melty blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for a satisfying and flavorful weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 6-8 oz each
  • 1/2 cup honey mustard dressing
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 8 oz sliced mushrooms cremini or button
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Optional: Chopped green onions, for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • small bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Sauté pan
  • spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. They don't need to be cooked through at this point.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  6. Spread honey mustard dressing evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and sliced mushrooms over the honey mustard.
  8. Top with a mixture of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, pre-cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling. Sautéing the mushrooms before adding them to the chicken helps to prevent a watery sauce. You can use your favorite type of honey mustard dressing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.