Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese, a dish that transforms simple ingredients into a deliciously rich meal. Tender chicken breasts are perfectly seared and then drenched in a creamy sauce made with heavy cream, low-sodium chicken broth, and topped with gooey jack cheese. This recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare—taking under an hour—but it’s also family-friendly and customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner or looking for an effortless weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh garlic
- Shredded jack cheese
- Heavy cream
- Unsalted butter
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, melt unsalted butter over medium heat. Sear seasoned chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and paprika; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and low-sodium chicken broth, stirring to combine. Simmer briefly.
- Top each chicken breast with shredded jack cheese and transfer to the oven. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow resting for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 145mg