Alice Springs Chicken – Outback Steakhouse Style
If you’ve ever visited Outback Steakhouse, you know their Alice Springs Chicken is a fan favorite. This delicious dish features tender grilled chicken topped with sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon, melted cheese, and a rich honey mustard sauce that ties all the flavors together. Below, we’ve laid out a complete homemade version with a clear ingredient table and step-by-step instructions so you can recreate this restaurant classic right at home.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 4 pieces |
| Honey mustard sauce | 1/2 cup |
| Sliced mushrooms | 1 cup |
| Crispy cooked bacon | 8 slices |
| Colby Jack cheese | 1 cup |
| Cheddar cheese | 1 cup |
| Dijon mustard | 2 tablespoons |
| Worcestershire sauce | 1 tablespoon |
| Paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Salt & pepper | To taste |
| Olive oil | 2 tablespoons |
| Fresh parsley (optional) | For garnish |
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop pan over medium-high heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, mix the honey mustard sauce, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Brush the chicken on both sides with the honey mustard mixture.
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Set aside.
- In a separate pan, sauté the mushrooms in olive oil until tender and lightly browned.
- Preheat your broiler.
- Layer the cooked mushrooms and two slices of crispy bacon on top of each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle the Colby Jack and cheddar cheese mixture over the chicken.
- Broil for about 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Tips for Success
- You can use store-bought honey mustard sauce or make your own by mixing equal parts honey and Dijon mustard.
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the honey mustard mixture for a few hours before cooking.
- Thinly sliced chicken breasts cook faster and more evenly.
- Substitute the cheese with your favorite blend if desired.
- Cook bacon separately to ensure it’s crispy before adding to the chicken.
With this recipe, you can enjoy Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken right at home. Perfect for family dinners or special gatherings, this dish combines savory, cheesy, and slightly sweet flavors that everyone will love. Follow the steps, add your personal touch, and serve a restaurant-quality meal that will impress any guest.
