Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken: Recreate the Iconic Honey-Mustard & Mushroom-Topped Chicken at Home!

🕒 Step-by-Step Instructions (Restaurant-Quality at Home!)

1. Prep & Season the Chicken

• Pound chicken to even thickness (½ inch) for quick, even cooking.
• Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

2. Sear the Chicken

• Heat oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F).
• Transfer to a plate; cover to keep warm.

3. Sauté Mushrooms & Bacon

• In the same skillet, melt butter. Add mushrooms; cook 5–6 minutes until browned.
• Add garlic; cook 30 seconds. Stir in chopped bacon.

4. Assemble & Melt Cheese

• Return chicken to skillet. Top each piece with mushroom-bacon mixture, then cheese.
• Broil on high for 2–3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.

5. Make the Honey-Mustard Sauce

• Whisk all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
• Drizzle generously over chicken before serving.

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