Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese
Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken with Jack Cheese is a delightful comfort food that combines juicy chicken breasts with a creamy, cheesy topping that’s sure to please everyone at the table. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or as a dish to impress guests at your next gathering. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you’ll create a satisfying meal that wraps you in warmth and flavor. Whether served with rice, steamed vegetables, or mashed potatoes, this dish brings together simplicity and deliciousness in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rub olive oil over chicken breasts and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer while scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Stir in sour cream until well combined, allowing the mixture to bubble gently for about 5 minutes.
- Place shredded Jack cheese on top of each piece of chicken before transferring them to the oven. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and paprika before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg