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Cozy Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken Recipe with Cheddar and Mushrooms for Easy Homemade Dinner

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A comforting and easy smothered chicken dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with a rich cheddar and mushroom sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thin or pounded to 1/2 inch thickness)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white button)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (use gluten-free flour if needed)
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 115 grams)
  • Fresh thyme or parsley, a few sprigs or tablespoons chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Pound to about 1/2 inch thickness if thick. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Place chicken breasts in the skillet without crowding. Cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove chicken to a plate and cover loosely with foil to keep warm. (10-12 minutes)
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons butter. Once melted, add sliced onions and cook 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent.
  5. Add sliced mushrooms and cook another 5 minutes until they release moisture and start browning.
  6. Stir in minced garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons flour over vegetables and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out raw taste.
  8. Slowly pour in 1 cup chicken broth, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  9. Stir in shredded cheddar cheese off the heat until melted and smooth. Toss in chopped thyme or parsley if using. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  10. Return chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over generously, cover with a lid, and warm for 2-3 minutes until hot and melded together.
  11. Plate the chicken, spoon extra sauce and mushrooms on top, and garnish with extra herbs if desired.

Notes

Add cheese off the heat and stir gently to prevent grainy sauce. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing. Use fresh cheese for best melting. Check chicken internal temperature to avoid overcooking. Sauce thickens better when broth is whisked in slowly.

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Keywords: smothered chicken, cheddar chicken, mushroom chicken, easy dinner, comfort food, Texas Roadhouse style, quick chicken recipe

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