Description
Indulge in the savory flavors of Texas Roadhouse with this delightful Smothered Chicken recipe. Featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with sautéed vegetables, crispy turkey bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese, this dish is drizzled with creamy ranch dressing for an extra kick. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, it’s a versatile meal that pleases everyone at the table. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you’ll enjoy a hearty, comforting meal that’s both satisfying and packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup cooked crumbled turkey bacon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound the chicken breasts to even thickness and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.
- Sauté mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion in the same skillet for 5-7 minutes until tender. Stir in crumbled turkey bacon and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Place the seared chicken in a baking dish and top with sautéed vegetables and shredded cheese. Drizzle ranch dressing over everything.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove foil for the last few minutes to melt the cheese.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg