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Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Recreate the popular Texas Roadhouse dish at home with this simple recipe. Perfectly cooked chicken breasts are topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions, then smothered in melted Monterey Jack cheese for a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Paolina baker
Updated on Monday 25 November 2024
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Easy Steakhouse Chicken Magic

Let me share this amazing Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe with you. It's pure comfort food with juicy chicken topped with perfectly sautéed mushrooms sweet onions and melty Monterey Jack cheese. This restaurant favorite is so easy to make at home and trust me it's going to become your new go-to dinner.

Why This Recipe Works

You won't believe how simple it is to get those amazing steakhouse flavors right in your kitchen. The chicken turns out perfectly tender every time and those toppings take it over the top. It's quick enough for weeknights but special enough for company.

What You Need

  • The Star: Boneless chicken breasts nice and fresh.
  • Perfect Seasoning: Seasoned salt adds that special touch.
  • Extra Flavor: Fresh ground black pepper makes everything pop.
  • The Good Stuff: Butter because everything's better with butter.
  • Tasty Toppings: Fresh mushrooms give that earthy flavor.
  • Sweet Touch: White onion gets all caramely good.
  • Cheesy Magic: Monterey Jack melts like a dream.
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Making Your Chicken

Start With Prep
Split those chicken breasts pound them even season both sides really well.
Cook The Veggies
Get those onions and mushrooms nice and golden in butter set them aside.
Perfect That Chicken
Cook your chicken in butter until it's golden brown and done inside.
Make It Amazing
Top with cheese mushrooms and onions let it all get melty and gorgeous.

Perfect Side Dish Ideas

I love serving this with creamy mashed potatoes or seasoned rice. Some steamed broccoli or honey roasted carrots on the side make it perfect. Don't forget the garlic bread to soak up all those amazing juices.

Save Some For Later

Keep any leftovers separate and pop them in the fridge they'll stay good for about 4 days. Want to freeze some? The chicken freezes great for up to 3 months. When you reheat add a splash of chicken stock to keep everything moist.

Quick Dinner Winner

This recipe is pure gold for busy nights you can have steakhouse flavor in under 30 minutes. That combination of tender chicken those savory toppings and melty cheese makes everyone happy every single time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why pound the chicken?

Creating uniform thickness ensures even cooking and tender meat. It also helps the chicken cook faster.

Can I use different cheese?

While Monterey Jack is authentic to the restaurant version, provolone or mozzarella would work well too.

How do I know when the chicken is done?

Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F, or when chicken is no longer pink in the center.

Can I prep this ahead?

You can slice and pound the chicken ahead of time, but the dish is best served fresh when the cheese is melted.

Why cook vegetables first?

This allows them to caramelize properly and develops better flavor before topping the chicken.

Texas Roadhouse Chicken

A copycat recipe of Texas Roadhouse's popular smothered chicken. Tender chicken topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions and melted cheese.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
25 Minutes
Total Time
40 Minutes

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 4 Servings (4 portions)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 2 large chicken breasts.
02 1 teaspoon seasoned salt.
03 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
04 1 tablespoon butter, plus extra if needed.
05 1 medium onion, sliced 1/4-inch thick.
06 1/2 pound button mushrooms, sliced.
07 1/4 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded.
08 Salt to taste.

Instructions

Step 01

Cut breasts horizontally. Pound between plastic wrap. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 02

Melt butter over medium-low. Add onions and pinch of salt. Sauté 3-4 minutes. Add mushrooms. Cook 3-4 minutes until brown. Remove from pan.

Step 03

Add more butter if needed. Cook chicken 6-8 minutes first side. Flip, cook 3-4 minutes more.

Step 04

Top with vegetables. Add cheese. Let melt. Serve immediately.

Notes

  1. Don't overcrowd pan when cooking chicken. May need to cook in batches. Ensure even thickness for proper cooking. Best served fresh while cheese is melted.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet.
  • Meat mallet.
  • Plastic wrap.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (butter, cheese).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 219
  • Total Fat: 13g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
  • Protein: 21g