Description
Recreate the iconic Alice Springs Chicken from Outback Steakhouse right in your own kitchen! This juicy, flavor-packed chicken dish features a tangy honey mustard sauce, crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and melty cheese. Whether you’re a fan of Outback’s Aussie-inspired menu or just love a hearty, comforting meal, this step-by-step recipe will guide you to perfection.
Ingredients
For the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6–8 oz each)
- ½ cup honey mustard sauce (prepared above)
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Prepare the Honey Mustard Sauce:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt.
- Adjust the sweetness or tanginess as needed.
- Set aside half for marinating the chicken and reserve the other half for serving.
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Marinate the Chicken:
- Place chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness (about ½ inch).
- Place chicken in a zip-top bag or shallow dish and pour in half of the honey mustard sauce.
- Marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 hours.
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Prepare the Bacon & Mushrooms:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy (about 6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels and crumble.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté sliced mushrooms for 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
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Cook the Chicken:
- Remove chicken from marinade and pat dry.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).
- Alternatively, bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes.
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Assemble & Broil:
- Preheat oven broiler.
- Place cooked chicken on a baking sheet. Top each breast with sautéed mushrooms, crumbled bacon, and a generous amount of Colby Jack and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Drizzle with reserved honey mustard sauce and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy with your favorite side dish!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: lunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: ~650 kcal
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 55g