steakhouse alice springs chicken

Alice Springs Chicken is a popular dish at the Outback Steakhouse, a chain of restaurants known for its Australian-inspired cuisine. This dish combines grilled chicken breast with crispy bacon, mushrooms, and a cheesy sauce. Here’s a basic recipe to recreate it at home:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Garlic powder, to taste
• Paprika, to taste
• Olive oil

For the Topping:

• 8 slices of cooked bacon
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend

For the Honey Mustard Sauce:

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to taste.
2. Grill the Chicken:
   • Heat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil.
   • Grill the chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side or until they are cooked through and have nice grill marks. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and set aside.
3. Prepare the Topping:
   • In a skillet, sauté the sliced mushrooms until they are tender. Set them aside.
4. Make the Honey Mustard Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, honey, and lemon juice until well combined. Adjust the sweetness and tanginess to your liking by adding more honey or lemon juice if needed.
5. Assemble the Dish:
   • Place the grilled chicken breasts on a baking sheet or in an ovenproof dish.
   • Spread a generous amount of the honey mustard sauce over each chicken breast.
   • Place two slices of cooked bacon on top of the sauce.
   • Distribute the sautéed mushrooms evenly over the bacon.
   • Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend over the mushrooms.
6. Broil the Dish:
   • Preheat your oven’s broiler. Place the chicken under the broiler for a few minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bacon is crispy. Be careful not to burn it; this should only take a few minutes.
7. Serve:
   • Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the dish from the oven.
   • Serve the Alice Springs Chicken hot with your choice of sides, like steamed vegetables or mashed potatoes.

Enjoy your homemade Alice Springs Chicken, inspired by the Outback Steakhouse!