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    The Best Alice Springs Chicken Recipe | Tastes Just Like The One At Outback Steakhouse

    by Joe Duff 2 Comments

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    This Alice Springs chicken recipe combines perfectly cooked chicken breasts, sautéed mushrooms, and a honey mustard sauce, that gets baked to golden brown perfection and topped with bacon and cheddar cheese. Best of all though, 5 simple and easy steps are all you need to follow to make this delicious Outback Steakhouse copy ca

    Chicken served on a white plate with a bowl of dipping sauce on the plate, a napkin, and a fork and knife next to the plate.

    Table of Contents

    • The Best Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
      • Ingredients
        • Ingredient Substitutions and Suggestions
      • How To Make Alice Springs Chicken
        • Step 1: Marinade the Chicken
        • Step 2: Cooking The Bacon and Mushrooms
        • Step 3: Cook The Chicken Breasts
        • Step 4: Bake The Chicken
        • Step 5: Serve
      • How to Store and Reheat Alice Springs Chicken
      • Wrapping It Up
    • More Copycat Recipes
    • The Best Alice Springs Chicken Recipe | Tastes Just Like The One At Outback Steakhouse
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      • Instructions
      • Nutrition
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    The Best Alice Springs Chicken Recipe

    Before we get into the recipe, if you're wondering why this recipe is called Alice Springs chicken, it's because it's named after a large town in Australia, Alice Springs. And, of course, the Outback Steakhouse is an Australian inspired restaurant, so that's where the name comes from.

    Anway, this Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs chicken recipe is honestly one of my favorite copycat recipes to make my family for dinner. 

    I mean, not only is it loaded with flavor, but it's just so, so easy to make. Just a few common kitchen ingredients and a little prep work are all you need to make it. And the results are truly restaurant quality.

    So, if you love the Alice Springs chicken at Outback you're in for a real treat! This copycat version tastes just like the "real thing." Plus, it's got all the "fixins" - it's got the honey mustard chicken, the sautéed mushrooms, and it's even got the cheddar cheese and crispy bacon as well.

    Honestly, there's something in this dish for everyone. It's the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, hearty, and savory. And if you make this for dinner tonight, I guarantee even the pickiest of eaters will enjoy it.

    By the way, when I make this Alice Springs chicken recipe, I like to serve it with another Outback Steakhouse copycat recipe like this mac and cheese or potato soup. But, no matter what you serve it with, it's sure to be a hit!

    Chicken served on a white plate with a bowl of honey mustard dipping sauce, a fork and knife next to the plate, and a bowl of raw mushrooms next to the plate.

    Ingredients

    As far as ingredients go to make this copycat Alice Springs chicken, they're really mostly just common kitchen/pantry staples. In fact, you might even have some of them on hand already!

    Anyway here's what you'll need for the honey mustard sauce:

    • ½ cup Dijon mustard
    • ½ cup honey
    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 tsp. lemon juice

    And here's what you'll need for the rest of the dish:

    • 4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
    • 2 tsp. butter
    • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 4 slices cooked bacon , chopped
    • 2 cups Cheddar cheese , shredded
    • Fresh parsley, for garnish

    Yup, that's it!

    By the way, you can use a lot of these ingredients to make this ultra-popular marry me chicken and Carrabba's chicken bryan, so you might want to give those easy chicken recipes a shot next.

    Ingredient Substitutions and Suggestions

    When it comes to the honey mustard sauce, we are basically taking dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and honey to make our own elevated honey mustard. With that said, if you already have a honey mustard dressing you like, you can use that instead. I just prefer this homemade version.

    As for the cheese, occasionally, I will switch it up and use Monterey jack cheese - or even mozzarella cheese - but, again, that's all up to you. You're the chef, after all!

    Finally, you can use turkey bacon instead of regular bacon if you're looking for a healthier alternative. 

    A plate of raw chicken and bowls of mushrooms, cheese, bacon, mayo, mustard, oil, lemon juice, and butter.

    How To Make Alice Springs Chicken

    This Alice Springs chicken copycat recipe takes about 45 minutes and makes 4 seasoned chicken breasts, so you'll have plenty for a big family dinner!

    Also, the chicken breasts can be marinated for 30 minutes or overnight, so feel free to do the first step the night before if you want to cut down on the time of this recipe.

    Anyway, let's stop wasting time and get into it!

    A bowl of honey mustard sauce ingredients and a whisk, with empty bowls surrounding it.

    Step 1: Marinade the Chicken

    First, you'll make the honey mustard sauce to marinate the chicken.

    So, in a small bowl, whisk together the dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. And make sure to reserve ¼ of this honey mustard sauce for serving.

    Now, put the rest of it in a Ziploc bag with the chicken breasts and let it sit in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or overnight.

    Skillet with sauteed mushrooms, a wooden spoon, and a bowl of raw mushrooms next to the skillet.

    Step 2: Cooking The Bacon and Mushrooms

    While the chicken is marinating, preheat the oven to 400°F (200ºC). Then, once heated, cook the bacon on a baking sheet for around 18-20 minutes - or until it reaches your desired crispiness.

    Now, as the bacon is cooking, you'll want to take out a large oven-proof skillet and put it over medium-high heat. Melt the butter in the skillet, then add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until browned.

    Skillet with raw chicken breast being turned over with a pair of tongs.

    Step 3: Cook The Chicken Breasts

    After you've removed the sliced mushrooms, heat some oil in the same skillet until it shimmers.

    Then, add the chicken breasts to the skillet in a single layer and do not move 'em until a golden-brown crust forms, about 5 minutes per side.

    Cooked chicken breasts in a skillet with a bowl of raw mushrooms next to it.

    Step 4: Bake The Chicken

    Once the grilled chicken breasts are golden brown on both sides, divide the mushrooms evenly over the chicken in the skillet.

    Then top with the chopped crispy bacon and shredded cheese. Now, cover the skillet and put it in the oven to bake for about 10-15 minutes - or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

    Cooked chicken breasts in a skillet covered in mushrooms, cheese and bacon, with a bowl of raw mushrooms next to it.

    Step 5: Serve

    Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and garnish it with parsley.

    Serve your finished chicken with the leftover honey mustard sauce, and enjoy!

    Alice Springs Chicken served on a white plate with a bowl of dipping sauce, a fork and knife, and raw ingredients next to the plate.

    How to Store and Reheat Alice Springs Chicken

    As I mentioned, this recipe for Alice Springs chicken will make about 4 servings.

    But, if you can't finish it all in one go, you can store your leftovers in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. 

    Then, to reheat it, you can put the chicken on a baking sheet and warm it in the oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes.

    For a quicker reheating method, you can reheat the chicken in 30-second increments until hot.

    Alice Springs Chicken served on a white plate with a bowl of dipping sauce on the plate, a napkin, and a fork and knife next to the plate.

    Wrapping It Up

    Well, that's how to make Alice Springs chicken copycat recipe!

    By the time you've made this recipe once, you'll be able to make it again with your eyes closed - it's that easy.

    I don't know if it's the honey mustard sauce, the crispy bacon, juicy chicken, or the perfectly sautéed mushrooms, but this is hands down my favorite Outback Steakhouse copycat recipe.

    As always, if you give this copycat Alice Springs chicken a try, be sure to leave a comment below and let me know how it went!

    A fork picking up a piece of Alice Springs Chicken, which is on a white plate.

    More Copycat Recipes

    If you want to give some more copycat recipes that are chicken recipes a try, we have a ton on the blog that are absolutely delicious!

    Give one of these a try next: 

    • Olive Garden chicken margherita
    • Olive Garden chicken parmigiana
    • Cheesecake Factory truffle honey chicken
    • Chili's margarita grilled chicken
    • Texas Roadhouse herb crusted chicken
    • Chick-Fil-A nuggets

    Oh, and, as always, be sure to check us out on Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok for even more deliciousness. We post new recipes on them every day.

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    This Alice Springs chicken recipe combines perfectly cooked chicken breasts, sautéed mushrooms, and a honey mustard sauce, that gets baked to golden brown perfection and topped with bacon and cheddar cheese. Best of all though, 5 simple and easy steps are all you need to follow to make this delicious Outback Steakhouse copy ca

    • Author: Joe Duff
    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Total Time: 45 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: Outback Steakhouse

    Ingredients

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    ½ cup Dijon mustard

    ½ cup honey

    ¼ cup mayonnaise

    1 tsp. lemon juice

    4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts

    2 tsp. butter

    2 cups mushrooms, sliced

    1 tablespoon olive oil

    4 slices cooked bacon , chopped

    2 cups Cheddar cheese , shredded

    Fresh parsley, for garnish

    Instructions

    1. In a small bowl, whisk together mustard, honey, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Reserve ¼ cup of sauce for serving.
    2. Place the chicken breast with the marinade in a large plastic bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
    3. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200ºC). 
    4. In a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat, heat butter, add mushrooms, and sauté until they brown (about 5 to 7 minutes). Reserve.
    5. In the same skillet, heat oil until it shimmers. Add chicken in a single layer and do not move until a golden-brown crust forms, about 3 minutes per side.
    6. Divide the mushrooms evenly over the chicken. Top with cooked bacon and shredded cheese. Cover the skillet and place in the oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes.
    7. Remove from the oven and garnish with parsley.
    8.  Serve with reserved sauce on the side for dipping.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 495
    • Fat: 32
    • Carbohydrates: 10
    • Protein: 40

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    1. Geraldene

      October 05, 2022 at 11:39 am

      All I can say is wow. I love this from the Outback and the recipe was as satisfying.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Sallie

      October 06, 2022 at 11:06 pm

      Fantastic. I will make it again, my family very much enjoyed it.

      ★★★★★

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