Alice Springs Chicken Outback Style Recipe
Alice Springs Chicken Outback Style is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender grilled chicken breasts topped with crispy smoky bacon, sautéed mushrooms, melted sharp cheddar cheese, and a creamy Dijon mustard sauce. Perfectly balanced with savory and creamy elements, this easy-to-make recipe delivers rich restaurant-quality flavors ideal for weeknight dinners or sharing with family and friends.
- Author: Gloria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing and Broiling
- Cuisine: Australian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Chicken and Meat
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 bacon strips
Vegetables
Dairy and Cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Sauces and Oils
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Allow them to sit briefly so the flavors can penetrate the meat.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
- Cook the bacon and mushrooms: In the same pan, fry bacon strips until crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat. Add sliced mushrooms to the pan and sauté until tender and golden.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix well until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Assemble and melt cheese: Place the cooked chicken breasts back into the pan or on a baking sheet. Top each breast with sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon strips, and shredded cheddar cheese. Broil or place in a hot oven for 2-3 minutes to melt the cheese perfectly.
- Serve with sauce: Drizzle the creamy mustard sauce over the melted cheese and chicken just before serving for a luscious and flavorful finish.
Notes
- Prep ingredients in advance: slice mushrooms, crisp bacon, and measure spices before starting.
- Don’t overcook the chicken to avoid dryness; watch cooking time carefully.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for better melt and flavor.
- Make the creamy sauce ahead and refrigerate to enhance flavors.
- Allow chicken to rest for a few minutes after cooking to retain juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings and sauce
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
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