Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese Recipe
Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese is a deliciously creamy, savory dish featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich garlic and paprika cream sauce, topped with melted shredded jack cheese and baked to bubbly perfection. This comforting recipe combines buttery, garlicky flavors with a cheesy finish, perfect for a hearty family meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Sauce and Toppings
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup shredded jack cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Nonstick cooking spray, as needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Sear the chicken: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, and pepper, then sear them in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic and paprika: Stir in the minced garlic and an additional pinch of paprika into the skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not burnt.
- Make the creamy sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and low-sodium chicken broth. Let the mixture simmer gently in the skillet while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, which adds flavor to the sauce.
- Assemble and bake: Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish. Pour the sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle the shredded jack cheese evenly on top. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle and the sauce to thicken slightly.
Notes
- You can substitute jack cheese with mozzarella or Monterey Jack if needed.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken briefly in some garlic and paprika before searing.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safe consumption.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes to complete the meal.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or in the oven.
Keywords: Texas Roadhouse, smothered chicken, jack cheese, creamy chicken, baked chicken breast, garlic chicken, paprika chicken
