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Alice Springs Chicken

Alice Springs Chicken
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Alice Springs Chicken is a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken dish topped with smoky bacon, creamy mushroom sauce, and melted Swiss cheese. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory, smoky, and creamy elements for a satisfying meal that is perfect for weeknights or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Toppings

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
  • 6 bacon strips
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese

Mushroom Sauce

  • 1 cup sliced button or cremini mushrooms
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp barbecue sauce (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for cooking)

Seasonings

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for seasoning chicken)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Breasts: Lightly season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked inside. Remove from heat and set aside to rest.
  2. Cook the Bacon: In the same pan, cook the bacon strips until crispy and golden. Remove and chop into bite-sized pieces for garnish.
  3. Make the Mushroom Sauce: Sauté the sliced mushrooms in olive oil until tender and browned. Stir in mayonnaise, barbecue sauce, and garlic powder, mixing until smooth and heated through to create a creamy topping.
  4. Assemble and Melt the Cheese: Place the cooked chicken breasts on a baking pan. Spoon the mushroom sauce over each piece, sprinkle with chopped bacon, and layer each with a slice of Swiss cheese. Broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to settle and juices to redistribute.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juiciness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken and mushrooms in batches if necessary.
  • Let chicken rest for at least 5 minutes before serving to retain moisture.
  • Keep the oven rack close to the broiler for quick and even cheese melting.
  • If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or broth to adjust consistency.

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Keywords: Alice Springs Chicken, grilled chicken, mushroom sauce, bacon, creamy sauce, Swiss cheese, quick dinner, gluten free

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