Alice Springs Style Chicken

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 35

Marinate: 30

Total Time: 1 10

Servings:

Calories: 766kcal

Cost: $18

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Course: comfort food, Dinner

Cuisine: American, casual

Keyword: Alice Springs chicken, Alice Springs Style Chicken, cheesy bacon chicken, honey mustard chicken, Outback copycat

Ingredients

For the marinade:

¾ cup Dijon mustard smooth French-style mustard for a tangy base
¾ cup honey raw or mild honey for sweetness
⅓ cup mayonnaise rich creamy texture
1 ½ teaspoons fresh lemon juice adds brightness

For the chicken:

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 2 ¼ pounds trimmed of excess fat
3 tablespoons butter unsalted for sautéing mushrooms
12 ounces white or cremini mushrooms sliced cleaned
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for searing chicken
6 slices bacon cooked and chopped into 2-inch pieces uncured preferred
3 cups Colby Jack cheese shredded melts evenly
3 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped optional garnish
Salt to taste preferably kosher
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Combine mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
Reserve ⅓ cup of the mixture in a covered container in the refrigerator for serving.
Place chicken breasts into a large resealable plastic bag. Pour in the remaining marinade and massage until each piece is coated. Chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter until it foams.
Add mushrooms and cook until most of their moisture evaporates and edges turn golden, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to a bowl and wipe out the skillet.
Return skillet to heat and warm olive oil until shimmering. Add chicken breasts in a single layer, discarding leftover marinade. Cook undisturbed for about 5 minutes until a golden crust forms.
Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the second side is nicely browned.
Evenly scatter mushrooms over the chicken, then sprinkle with bacon pieces and shredded cheese.
Cover the skillet and transfer to the oven. Bake until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part, approximately 10–15 minutes.
Remove from oven and garnish with parsley if desired. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Serve with the reserved sauce on the side.

Notes

This comforting dish layers savory, sweet, and creamy flavors in every bite. Perfect for family dinners or weekend indulgence, and the reserved honey mustard sauce adds a delightful dipping touch.

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