Description
This Texas Roadhouse-inspired Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese combines juicy marinated chicken breasts with sautéed mushrooms, onions, and melted Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a comforting, bold-flavored dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon butter (plus more if needed)
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 medium onion, sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- Salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ pound button mushrooms, sliced
- 2 slices Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- Prepare the marinade by mixing soy sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and smoked paprika. Coat the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the onions for about 3–4 minutes until soft. Add mushrooms and cook until golden and tender. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt a little butter and cook the marinated chicken over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper.
- Top each chicken breast with a slice of Monterey Jack cheese and cover the skillet to let the cheese melt.
- Spoon the sautéed mushrooms and onions over the cheesy chicken and heat through for a minute before serving.
Notes
- For extra spice, swap Monterey Jack for pepper jack cheese.
- Add sliced bell peppers to the sauté for extra sweetness and color.
- For a low-sodium version, use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce added salt.
- Boneless thighs can be used for extra juiciness, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- To make it gluten-free, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
