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Alice Springs Chicken breast with mushroom sauce, mashed potatoes, and broccoli on a plate.

Alice Springs Style Chicken

Alice Springs Style Chicken, indulgent chicken dinner topped with mushrooms, crispy bacon, and melted cheese.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Marinate 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: comfort food, Dinner
Cuisine: American, casual
Calories: 766
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Combine mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
  2. Reserve ⅓ cup of the mixture in a covered container in the refrigerator for serving.
  3. 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.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter until it foams.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. Flip the chicken and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the second side is nicely browned.
  8. Evenly scatter mushrooms over the chicken, then sprinkle with bacon pieces and shredded cheese.
  9. Cover the skillet and transfer to the oven. Bake until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part, approximately 10–15 minutes.
  10. 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 766kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 46gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 164mgSodium: 1165mgPotassium: 804mgFiber: 2gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 1068IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 487mgIron: 2mg

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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