Classic Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese
This recipe recreates the beloved Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts topped with a savory mushroom and onion mixture and melted Monterey Jack cheese. It's a comforting dish perfect for a satisfying meal.
Equipment
- Oven-safe skillet
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 8 ounces cremini (baby bella) mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat chicken breasts dry and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness; season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Cook sliced onions for 5-7 minutes until softened and beginning to caramelize.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and cook for another 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and dried thyme, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove the vegetable mixture and set aside.
- Add more oil to the same skillet if needed and increase heat to medium-high. Sear seasoned chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and halfway cooked.
- Evenly distribute the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet. Top generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- For stovetop, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 5-8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted. For oven, transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 8-12 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, you can marinate the chicken breasts in a little milk or buttermilk for 30 minutes before cooking. Ensure your skillet is truly oven-safe if you choose the oven finishing method. Adjust seasoning to your personal preference.