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Easy Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Juicy chicken breasts topped with creamy mushroom gravy and melted cheese for a restaurant-quality, high-protein meal ready in 45 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season both sides of chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and browned.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the onions and mushrooms, stirring to coat well. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Slowly whisk in chicken broth while scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  7. Add heavy cream to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Allow to thicken slightly, about 3-5 minutes.
  8. Place chicken breasts back in the skillet and spoon creamy gravy over each piece.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the chicken and gravy.
  10. Move skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (165°F/74°C) and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Slice thick chicken breasts in half horizontally for even cooking. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness at 165°F (74°C). Can substitute chicken thighs for more flavor and juiciness. For lighter option, use half-and-half or whole milk instead of heavy cream.
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