Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese
A deliciously simple dish combining tender chicken breasts with a creamy garlic sauce and melted jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded jack cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear them for about 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and paprika to the skillet, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and low-sodium chicken broth, simmering gently while scraping up the brown bits from the skillet.
- Top each chicken breast with shredded jack cheese, ensuring an even layer, then transfer the dish to the oven.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper. Use fresh garlic for a stronger flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg