This copycat recipe of the popular Outback dish is just as good, if not better than, the original! With a tangy honey mustard-based marinade, tender chicken breasts, mushrooms, crispy bacon, and melty cheese, this copycat Outback Alice Springs Chicken recipe is irresistibly delicious.
Alice Springs Chicken is one of the most popular entrees ordered at Outback, and with good reason! The mouthwatering combination of chicken, honey mustard, cheese, bacon, and mushrooms is nearly impossible to beat. Did you know that it’s super simple to make this recipe at home when you don’t feel like going out to eat? This homemade Alice Springs Chicken is made from the comfort of your own kitchen and is a much cheaper option than ordering in the restaurant! Did I mention that it tastes just as good? Honestly, it may even be better! You’ll also love the fact that by making it on your own, you can easily customize the ingredients to your liking. Someone in your house doesn’t like mushrooms? Leave them out! Someone wants cooked onions instead? Add them in! This recipe is easy to make your own, and even the pickiest eaters in your household will enjoy it.
Okay, now that I’ve talked about how delicious it is, let’s talk about how easy it is to make this Alice Springs Chicken recipe! I love making this during the week because it isn’t very time consuming. To start making this chicken dish, you’ll start with your marinade. This part is super easy! Just whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, mayo, and lemon juice. This tangy, sweet marinade really makes this dish extra tasty. After it is whisked together, pour it in a bag with your tenderized chicken, make sure that the chicken is fully coated, and leave it in the fridge for an hour. To save some time, you can do this the night before and leave it in the fridge overnight! If you want to save any marinade for dipping, leave it on the side and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to use. Your next step is to sauté and season the mushrooms, then set them aside. Once your chicken is marinated, you’re going to sear it in the same pan that you cooked the mushrooms in. Flip after 5 minutes on each side, cooking it until it is completely done. Now all you have to do is add your toppings! Top each chicken breast with mushrooms, cheese, and cooked bacon. Cover the pan until the cheese is melted, then your homemade Alice Springs Chicken will be ready to enjoy!
Why You’ll Love This Outback Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
- This recipe combines tender chicken with a sweet and tangy marinade, cheese, bacon, and mushrooms. How could you go wrong?
- This Alice Springs Chicken recipe is simple to make and tastes just as good, if not better than, the one from Outback!
- This is a restaurant quality dish that is simple to make and can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home.
- This recipe is easy to customize, making it a great option if you have any picky eaters.
Ingredients For This Copycat Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
Marinade
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
Chicken
- parsley for garnish
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 6 oz. mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese
How to Make This Outback Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
Step 1: Whisk Dijon mustard, honey, mayo, and lemon juice in a small bowl. (Reserve about 1/3 cup of marinade and store it in the fridge until ready to use for dipping.) Put the chicken breasts in a large zip-lock bag—pound the chicken to an even thickness. Pour in the remaining marinade and seal the bag shut. Shake to coat chicken. Refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.
Step 2: In a large oven-safe skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add mushrooms and sprinkle with seasoned salt and pepper. Sauté until they turn brown; about 5 minutes. Place the mushrooms in a bowl and set aside. Carefully wipe out the skillet.
Step 3: Using the same skillet, heat oil and place the marinated chicken in the skillet; discarding any remaining marinade. Cook for 5 minutes on one side, or until golden brown. Flip each piece to the other side and cook for another 5 minutes or until golden brown. Cook until the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Step 4: Evenly divide sautéed mushrooms, bacon crumbles, and shredded cheese and top each chicken breast. Cover until the cheese has melted, serve, and Enjoy!
What to Serve/Pair with this Outback Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
The versatility of this chicken recipe makes it super simple to find things that pair perfectly with the flavors! To stick with the true feeling of eating at Outback, I usually serve this Alice Springs Chicken Recipe with this Easy Dutch Oven Bread. If you don’t feel like making your own bread, even a pack of rolls from the store will suffice! When I’m at Outback, I usually order some type of potato, so when I make this at home, I serve it with these easy, delicious garlic mashed potatoes. Add in a salad or any of your favorite veggies, and you have a full, balanced dinner!
Popular Substitutions & Additions
The mushrooms in this recipe are totally optional. You can leave them on the side or opt not to use them at all. I’ve also substituted them with cooked onions, and it was delicious!
The bacon in this recipe is optional, as well. You could also use turkey bacon, instead.
For some extra spice, try using pepper jack shredded cheese in this recipe.
Storage & Leftovers
Leftover Alice Springs Chicken should be stored in the fridge in an air-tight container. Make sure that the leftovers are completely cooled before sticking them in the fridge. They will remain fresh for up to 2 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave in 30 second increments until they are warm enough to eat.
Alice Springs Chicken Recipe FAQs
What is Alice Springs Chicken?
Alice Springs Chicken is a popular dish from Outback Steakhouse featuring grilled chicken breasts topped with bacon, sautéed mushrooms, melted cheese, and honey mustard sauce.
Can I use different types of shredded cheese in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute the cheese based on your preference. Cheddar and Monterey Jack are traditional, but you can also try Colby Jack, mozzarella, or even pepper jack for a little kick.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
You can make the marinade and have the chicken marinate overnight, but you won’t go any further than that ahead of time.
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Copycat Outback Alice Springs Chicken
Ingredients
Marinade
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 Tbsp. butter
- 6 oz. mushrooms, sliced (optional)
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Whisk Dijon mustard, honey, mayo, and lemon juice in a small bowl. (Reserve about 1/3 cup of marinade and store it in the fridge until ready to use for dipping.) Put the chicken breasts in a large zip-lock bag. Pound chicken to an even thickness. Pour in remaining marinade and seal bag shut. Shake to coat chicken. Refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, over medium heat, melt the butter. Add mushrooms and sprinkle with seasoned salt and pepper. Sauté until they turn brown; about 5 minutes. Place the mushrooms in a bowl and set aside. Carefully wipe out the skillet.
- Using the same skillet, heat oil and place the marinated chicken in the skillet; discarding any remaining marinade. Cook for 5 minutes on one side, or until golden-brown. Flip each piece to the other side and continue to cook for another 5 minutes or until golden-brown. Cook until chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
- Evenly divide sautéed mushrooms, bacon crumbles, and shredded cheese and top each chicken breast. Cover until cheese has melted, serve and Enjoy!
