Description
Experience the mouthwatering delight of Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese, a simple yet indulgent dish that elevates any meal to a special occasion. This family-friendly recipe features juicy chicken breasts smothered in a creamy sauce made of sour cream, garlic, and rich Jack cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy date nights, it pairs beautifully with your favorite sides, making it an ideal choice for gatherings. Ready in just 40 minutes, this comfort food is both satisfying and easy to prepare, ensuring that everyone at the table will be coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Jack cheese
- Chopped green onions and paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Rub olive oil over chicken breasts and season with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds before pouring in the chicken broth; simmer while scraping browned bits.
- Stir in sour cream and let the mixture bubble gently for about 5 minutes.
- Top chicken with shredded Jack cheese, then transfer to the oven to bake for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with green onions and paprika before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 135mg