Description
Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken is an irresistible twist on a classic favorite, bringing the bold flavors of Texas right to your kitchen. This dish features tender, juicy chicken breasts topped with sautéed vegetables, crispy turkey bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, all drizzled with creamy ranch dressing. It’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions and can easily be customized to suit your taste. Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight meal or entertaining guests, this hearty dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup cooked turkey bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1 inch thick; season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms, bell peppers, and onions for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in crumbled turkey bacon and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Place seared chicken in a baking dish; top with sautéed vegetables and turkey bacon mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and drizzle ranch dressing.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes if necessary.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (approx. 220g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg