Alice Springs Chicken Recipe

Name: Alice Springs Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) Dijon mustard; 1/2 cup (125 ml) honey; 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) lemon juice; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves; 1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil; 2 cups (475 ml) sliced mushrooms; 2 tbsp (30 ml) butter; salt; pepper; paprika; 8 slices bacon, cooked; 1 cup (225 ml) shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1 cup (225 ml) shredded cheddar cheese; 2 tsp (10 ml) finely chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (125 ml) Dijon mustard
1/2 cup (125 ml) honey
1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) vegetable oil
1/2 tsp (2 ml) lemon juice
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
2 cups (475 ml) sliced mushrooms
2 tbsp (30 ml) butter
salt
pepper
paprika
8 slices bacon, cooked
1 cup (225 ml) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup (225 ml) shredded cheddar cheese
2 tsp (10 ml) finely chopped fresh parsley

1
Use an electric mixer to combine the mustard, honey, 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) oil and lemon juice in a small bowl.
2
Whip the mixture for about 30 seconds.
3
Pour about 2/3 of the marinade over the chicken breasts and marinate them, covered, in the refrigerator for about 2 hours.
4
Chill the remaining marinade until later.
5
After the chicken has marinated, preheat the oven to 375 degrees (200 C.) and heat an ovenproof frying pan large enough to hold all four breasts and 1 tbsp (15 ml) oil over medium heat (If you don't have an ovenproof frying pan, transfer the chicken to a baking dish).
6
Sear the chicken in the pan for 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden brown.
7
Remove pan from heat but keep chicken in the pan.
8
As the chicken is cooking, in a small frying pan saute the mushrooms in the butter.
9
Brush each seared chicken breast with a little of the reserved honey mustard marinade (not the portion that the chicken soaked in) being sure to save a little extra that you can serve on the side later with the dish.
10
Season the chicken with salt, pepper and paprika.
11
Stack two pieces of cooked bacon, crosswise on each chicken breast.
12
Spoon the sauteed mushrooms onto the bacon, being sure to coat each breast evenly.
13
Sprinkle 1/4 cup (60 ml) Monterey Jack cheese evenly onto each breast followed by 1/4 cup (60 ml) cheddar cheese.
14
Bake the pan of prepared chicken breasts for 7 to 10 minutes or until cheese is thoroughly melted and starting to bubble.
15
Sprinkle each breast with 1/2 tsp (2 ml) parsley before serving.
16
Put extra honey mustard marinade into a small bowl to serve on the side.

1160

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (125 ml) Dijon mustard, 1/2 cup (125 ml) honey, 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp (2 ml) lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Alice Springs Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Alice Springs Chicken

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