If you’ve ever been to Outback Steakhouse, chances are you’ve seen their famous Alice Springs Chicken on the menu. This dish is a delicious combination of juicy chicken breasts, smoky bacon, melted cheese, and a rich honey mustard sauce. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect for recreating at home.
This recipe will guide you step by step to make a restaurant-quality Alice Springs Chicken in your own kitchen.
Ingredients
(Serves 4)
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup honey mustard dressing (store-bought or homemade, see below)
4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Homemade Honey Mustard Sauce (Optional)
If you’d like to make your own sauce instead of using store-bought:
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup honey
2 tablespoons yellow mustard or Dijon mustard
Pinch of salt and pepper
Mix everything until smooth and creamy. Adjust honey for sweetness and mustard for tanginess.
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven
Set your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Season the chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry.
Rub both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
3. Sear the chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sear chicken breasts 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
The chicken should not be fully cooked at this point.
4. Add the sauce
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