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Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe

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This Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken recipe features tender, seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce topped with melted Jack cheese. Perfectly baked to melt the cheese and finish the cooking, it’s a comforting and flavorful dish garnished with fresh green onions and a touch of paprika.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sauce and Toppings

  • 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
  • Chopped green onions for topping
  • Paprika for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the chicken after searing.
  2. Prepare Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side, to lock in juices and create a flavorful crust.
  4. Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  5. Simmer Broth: Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and let it simmer, scraping the bottom of the pan to deglaze and incorporate all the browned bits into the sauce.
  6. Add Sour Cream: Stir in the sour cream until the sauce is smooth and combined, allowing it to bubble gently for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
  7. Top with Cheese: Place the shredded Jack cheese evenly over each chicken breast while still in the skillet.
  8. Bake: Transfer the skillet or the chicken breasts to an oven-safe dish if your skillet isn’t oven-proof. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions and paprika over the top. Serve hot.

Notes

  • You can use sharp or mild Jack cheese depending on your flavor preference.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content in the dish.
  • If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish before adding the cheese and baking.
  • To keep chicken moist, avoid overcooking during the searing step.
  • For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the sauce.

Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, Smothered Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Creamy Chicken, Jack Cheese Chicken, Easy Dinner

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