Go Back
Golden-brown chicken breasts topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a drizzle of creamy honey mustard sauce, served on a rustic wooden plate

Alice Springs Chicken (Outback Copycat)

Ava
A restaurant-quality dish featuring juicy chicken breasts topped with melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and a creamy honey mustard sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

For the Honey Mustard Sauce:

  • ½ cup Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

For the Toppings:

  • 8 slices bacon cooked until crispy
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms optional
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken:

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer to a baking dish.

Make the Honey Mustard Sauce:

  • In a small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and garlic powder.

Assemble the Dish:

  • Spread half of the honey mustard sauce over the chicken.
  • Top each breast with crispy bacon, sliced mushrooms (if using), and shredded cheddar cheese.

Bake:

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Serve:

  • Drizzle the remaining honey mustard sauce over the chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Customizable: Swap bacon for turkey bacon or omit it entirely for a lighter version.
  • Make-Ahead Friendly: Marinate the chicken and prepare the sauce up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Kid-Approved: The creamy honey mustard sauce and melted cheese make this a family favorite.

  • Nutrition Information

    Per serving (1 chicken breast with toppings and sauce):
    • Calories: 520 kcal
    • Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Carbohydrates: 22g
    • Sugar: 18g
    • Fiber: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 135mg
    • Sodium: 980mg
Keyword Alice Springs Chicken, Honey Mustard Chicken, Outback Copycat Recipe