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Copycat Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken

Close-up of juicy Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken topped with rich mushroom and onion gravy and fresh thyme.
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Make a homemade version of the popular Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken featuring seasoned chicken breasts topped with a rich mushroom and onion gravy.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning blend
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry. Rub both sides of the chicken with the Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, keeping it warm.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the sliced onions and mushrooms to the same skillet. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables soften and brown slightly.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the broth simmer and reduce by half, about 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and dried thyme. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the mushroom and onion gravy generously over the chicken.
  8. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • For a thicker gravy, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and stir this slurry into the simmering sauce until it reaches your desired consistency.
  • You can pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness before seasoning to ensure faster and more even cooking.

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