Updated on August 27th, 2025
Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs chicken is one of those dishes that feels like comfort food with a little extra flair, and this copycat version makes it easy to enjoy at home. The chicken is marinated in a homemade honey mustard sauce, which keeps it juicy and adds a sweet, tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the other toppings. Once the chicken is cooked, it’s layered with sautéed mushrooms, crispy bacon, and a mix of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, giving it a rich and savory finish. Whether you bake or grill the chicken, the result is a hearty dinner that’s full of flavor and just as satisfying as the restaurant version.
Why this recipe works
- Flavorful marinade: The honey mustard sauce made with Dijon, honey, and lemon juice adds sweetness, tang, and depth, which makes the chicken tender and flavorful.
- Savory toppings: Bacon brings a smoky crunch, mushrooms add earthiness, and the combination of two cheeses melts into a gooey layer that ties everything together.
- Flexible cooking method: The chicken can be baked, grilled, or seared before finishing in the oven, which makes the recipe adaptable to whatever equipment you prefer.
- Balanced flavors: Each bite has the perfect mix of sweet honey mustard, salty bacon, creamy cheese, and juicy chicken, so the dish feels complete without needing much else.
- Restaurant-style at home: This recipe gives you the richness of a steakhouse meal without the trip, and it’s surprisingly easy to make for a weeknight dinner.
Serving suggestions
- Pair with sides: Serve the chicken with baked potatoes, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes to create a full dinner.
- Add freshness: A simple green salad with a light vinaigrette balances out the richness of the chicken and cheese.
- Keep the theme: For a steakhouse-style spread, pair this dish with garlic bread or dinner rolls to soak up the extra sauce.
- Use as a sandwich filling: Slice the chicken and serve it on a toasted bun with lettuce and tomato for a hearty sandwich option.
- Serve with extra sauce: The reserved honey mustard is perfect for dipping, so be sure to keep some on the side when serving.
Outback Steakhouse Alice Springs Chicken Recipe
Try this copycat Outback Alice Springs Chicken recipe with layers of smoky bacon, melted cheese, and honey mustard sauce baked to perfection.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cups fresh mushrooms (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- salt
- pepper
- paprika
- 8 slices bacon (cooked until crispy)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 teaspoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, 1 ½ teaspoon of oil and lemon juice. Add the chicken breasts into a large container. Pour about 2/3 of the honey mustard sauce over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours. Cover the remaining honey mustard sauce, refrigerate and reserve until later.
- In a small frying pan melt the butter. Add mushrooms and sauté until the mushrooms have reached your desired tenderness. Remove from heat. Lightly grease a 9×13” baking dish. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken breasts from the marinade (discard the marinade) and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and sear on both sides for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Place the chicken breasts into the baking dish.
- Place into the oven and bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked (the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees). During the last few minutes of cooking top each chicken breast with mushrooms, 2 slices of bacon, ¼ cup Monterey jack, a ¼ cup of cheddar. Bake until the cheese has melted. Sprinkle each chicken breast with a ½ teaspoon of parsley before serving. Serve with the refrigerated honey-mustard sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 755
- Sugar: 36.5 g
- Sodium: 2150.7 mg
- Fat: 54.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38.8 g
- Protein: 24.1 g
- Cholesterol: 114.3 mg