Keto-Friendly Alice Springs Chicken Copycat (Creamy, Cheesy & Flavorful!)
Bring the popular steakhouse favorite right into your kitchen with this Keto-Friendly Alice Springs Chicken Copycat!Tender baked chicken breasts are smothered in a creamy, low-carb “honey” mustard sauce, topped with sautéed mushrooms, melted Monterey Jack cheese, and crispy bacon, then finished with fresh green onions. This delicious, low-carb, high-protein, and naturally gluten-free dish is a delightful addition to your health journey!
Yields: 2-3 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 30-35 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound bacon (thick-cut recommended)
- 2-3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 – 2 lbs total)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for skillet)
- 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button)
- 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced (green and white parts, divided for garnish)
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (freshly shredded recommended)
- 1 cup G Hughes Sugar-Free Honey Mustard Dressing (KETO NOTE: Crucial to use a sugar-free variety)
- Optional: Additional pinch of garlic powder for mushrooms
- Optional: Pinch of red pepper flakes for heat in sauce
Equipment:
- Large skillet or baking dish
- Small bowl (for seasoning chicken)
- Wire rack with baking sheet (for bacon, optional)
- Oven
Instructions:
- Prepare Bacon: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). (You’ll use this temperature for the chicken later).
- Place bacon slices in a single layer on a baking sheet (ideally with a wire rack for crispier bacon).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until desired crispness is reached. Remove, drain on paper towels, then crumble once cooled. Set aside.
- Season & Bake Chicken: While bacon cooks, pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, combine the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning blend evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
- Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven (350°F / 175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C). Remove from oven.
- Sauté Mushrooms & Onions: While the chicken bakes, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and about half of the chopped green onions (reserving the rest for garnish). Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and have released their moisture, and the onions are softened. Set aside.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Leave the cooked chicken breasts in their baking dish.
- Generously spread the G Hughes Sugar-Free Honey Mustard Dressing over the top of each chicken breast.
- Evenly distribute the sautéed mushrooms and remaining green onions over the chicken and sauce.
- Top generously with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Final Bake: Return the baking dish to the oven (still at 350°F / 175°C) for another 5-8 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and bubbly.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the melted cheese.
- Top with the remaining fresh chopped green onions just before serving. Enjoy this delicious copycat!
Tips for Success:
- Sugar-Free Honey Mustard: This is the most critical ingredient for keto compliance. G Hughes is a popular brand, but always verify the label for “sugar-free” and low net carbs. Regular honey mustard is high in sugar.
- Don’t Overcook Chicken: Using a meat thermometer is the best way to ensure the chicken is cooked through without drying out.
- Freshly Shredded Cheese: For the best melt and texture, freshly shred your Monterey Jack cheese. Pre-shredded varieties often contain anti-caking agents.
- Bacon Crispness: Cook the bacon to your preferred crispness. For this recipe, crispy bacon provides a great textural contrast.
- Customization: Add a pinch of garlic powder to the mushrooms while sautéing for extra flavor.
Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification:
This Keto-Friendly Alice Springs Chicken Copycat is a delicious addition to your health journey!
- High Protein: Yes, from the chicken and bacon.
- Low-Carb: Yes, this recipe is very low-carb, provided the G Hughes Honey Mustard is the sugar-free variety.
- Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly, contingent on the use of a sugar-free honey mustard dressing. All other ingredients are naturally keto-friendly.
- Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
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