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Alice Springs Chicken

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A cozy, easy-to-make family dinner featuring juicy seared chicken breasts topped with smoky bacon, creamy honey mustard sauce, and melted cheese. Ready in about 30 minutes, this dish is a crowd-pleaser perfect for weeknights or relaxed weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs / 700 g)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise (full-fat recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and smoked paprika. Set aside.
  3. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown but not cooked through.
  5. Transfer seared chicken breasts to an oven-safe baking dish, placing them side by side.
  6. Sprinkle chopped cooked bacon evenly over the chicken.
  7. Spoon the honey mustard sauce over each piece, coating well.
  8. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the sauced chicken and bacon.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  10. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to lock in juices.
  11. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired and serve.

Notes

Do not skip searing the chicken to lock in moisture and flavor. Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked to 165°F for juiciness. Tent with foil if cheese browns too quickly. Sauce can be adjusted for sweetness by reducing honey and increasing mustard or lemon juice. For dairy-free, substitute cheese and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives.

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