Description
This Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a creamy garlic sauce and topped with melted Jack cheese. It combines simple ingredients and straightforward cooking steps to deliver a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
Topping
- 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rub the olive oil over the chicken breasts and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken breasts. Cook each side for about 5 minutes, or until golden brown to create a flavorful crust.
- Add garlic and simmer: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and let it simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the pan to enhance the sauce’s flavor.
- Incorporate sour cream: Stir in the sour cream thoroughly, allowing the mixture to bubble gently for about 5 minutes until it thickens into a creamy sauce.
- Top with cheese and bake: Place the chicken breasts back in the skillet or transfer to a baking dish. Top each breast with shredded Jack cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions and a sprinkle of paprika before serving.
Notes
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work best for this recipe as they cook evenly and soak up the sauce.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and maintain a balanced flavor.
- For a spicier variation, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika to the sauce.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Baking, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce and cheese
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse smothered chicken, cheesy chicken recipe, creamy chicken with jack cheese, easy chicken dinner, garlic chicken with sour cream
