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Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

  • Author: Chef Mia

Description

This smothered chicken dish features juicy chicken breasts topped with caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a simple yet flavorful recipe inspired by Texas Roadhouse’s classic comfort food. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special treat!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2large chicken breasts1 teaspoonseasoned salt½ teaspoonblack pepper1 tablespoonbutter (plus extra as needed)1medium onion, sliced ¼-inch thick½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • 1 teaspoonseasoned salt½ teaspoonblack pepper1 tablespoonbutter (plus extra as needed)1medium onion, sliced ¼-inch thick½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • ½ teaspoonblack pepper1 tablespoonbutter (plus extra as needed)1medium onion, sliced ¼-inch thick½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • 1 tablespoonbutter (plus extra as needed)1medium onion, sliced ¼-inch thick½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • 1medium onion, sliced ¼-inch thick½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • ½pound button mushrooms, sliced¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • ¼pound Monterey Jack cheese, shreddedSalt to taste
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Prepare the Chicken:Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner pieces.Place the chicken pieces between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet.Season both sides of the chicken with seasoned salt and black pepper.2️⃣Sauté the Vegetables:Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  2. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create two thinner pieces.Place the chicken pieces between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet.Season both sides of the chicken with seasoned salt and black pepper.2️⃣Sauté the Vegetables:Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  3. Place the chicken pieces between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  4. Season both sides of the chicken with seasoned salt and black pepper.2️⃣Sauté the Vegetables:Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  5. 2️⃣Sauté the Vegetables:Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  6. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  7. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  8. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  9. Remove the onions and mushrooms from the skillet and set aside.
  10. 3️⃣Cook the Chicken:Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  11. Add more butter to the skillet if needed. Increase the heat to medium.Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  12. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes on the first side until golden brown.
  13. Flip the chicken and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  14. 4️⃣Assemble the Dish:Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  15. Reduce the heat to low. Top each chicken breast with the sautéed onions and mushrooms.
  16. Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  17. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 1–2 minutes.5️⃣Serve:Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  18. 5️⃣Serve:
  19. Remove the smothered chicken from the skillet and serve immediately.Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
  20. Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

Cheese Options:Swap Monterey Jack with mozzarella, Swiss, or cheddar for a variation in flavor.Add Heat:Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or serve with a spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick.Storage:Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Add Heat:Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or serve with a spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick.Storage:Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.
Storage:Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a skillet or microwave.

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