Delicious Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe
This Delicious Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe features tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts seared to golden perfection and smothered in a creamy, garlicky sauce topped with melted shredded jack cheese. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s a comforting and flavorful dish inspired by the classic Roadhouse style, perfect for an easy family dinner or special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 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 large skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and nearly cooked through.
- Add Garlic and Paprika: Add the minced garlic and an extra sprinkle of paprika to the skillet, stirring constantly for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant, ensuring the flavors infuse the butter.
- Make Sauce: Pour the heavy cream and low-sodium chicken broth into the skillet, gently scraping up any browned bits from the bottom to create a rich sauce. Allow it to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Top with Cheese and Bake: Transfer the skillet contents or move the chicken breasts and sauce into the prepared baking dish. Top each chicken breast evenly with shredded jack cheese. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden, and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute and the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts with paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use fresh shredded jack cheese for the best melting and flavor results.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, simmer it longer before adding cheese or add a small slurry of cornstarch and water.
- Serve this dish with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently to avoid drying out the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, Smothered Chicken, creamy chicken, baked chicken recipe, comfort food, easy dinner
