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Alice Springs chicken with cheese, bacon, mushrooms, and honey mustard sauce.

Alice Springs Chicken

A hearty and savory chicken dish inspired by Outback Steakhouse, Alice Springs Chicken features juicy marinated chicken breasts topped with honey mustard sauce, crispy bacon, sautéed mushrooms, and a melted blend of cheeses. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Marinade
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Toppings
  • 8 slices bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms sautéed in butter
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Dish
  • Skillet
  • Whisk
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, lemon juice, and olive oil. Reserve 1/4 cup for sauce. Coat chicken breasts with the rest, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  2. Cook bacon until crispy. Set aside on paper towels to drain.
  3. Sauté sliced mushrooms in butter until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place marinated chicken in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Remove foil, layer chicken with mushrooms, bacon, and cheese. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  6. Broil for 2–3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Drizzle reserved honey mustard sauce over the top before serving.

Notes

For a healthier twist, use turkey bacon and reduced-fat cheese. To make it keto-friendly, swap honey with a sugar-free sweetener. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with large Portobello mushrooms.