Juicy, seared boneless chicken breasts finished under melted Monterey Jack and a savory sautéed mushroom and onion topping—an easy copycat of the steakhouse favorite that’s perfect for weeknight dinners.
3boneless chicken breastsbutterflied or sliced lengthwise
2teaspoonsgarlic powderor to taste
2teaspoonschicken bouillonor to taste
1tablespoonolive oilfor searing
1tablespoonbutterfor searing
Topping & Finish:
1 1/4cupMonterey Jack cheeseshredded
1wholeonionsliced
8ouncesmushroomssliced
1tablespoonwhite wine vinegara splash to finish vegetables
Instructions
Assemble all ingredients and equipment before starting.
Prepare Chicken:
Slice each chicken breast lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season both sides with the chicken bouillon and garlic powder, then let them rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the olive oil and half of the butter and let them melt together.
Sear the chicken in the hot pan about 3 minutes per side, or until each piece is nicely browned and reaches an internal temperature near 160°F, adjusting time for thickness.
Transfer the seared breasts to a plate and allow them to rest for at least 5 minutes to retain juices.
Sauté Vegetables:
While the chicken rests, heat the remaining butter and oil in the skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and mushrooms.
Season the vegetables with a pinch of chicken bouillon and garlic powder. Cook, stirring, until softened and beginning to caramelize, about 2–3 minutes.
Finish the vegetables with a splash of white wine vinegar, stir to deglaze the pan, then remove from heat.
Assemble and Bake:
Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil. Arrange the rested chicken breasts at least 1 inch apart on the sheet.
Spoon the sautéed mushrooms and onions evenly over each breast, then top with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and is bubbly. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest another 5–10 minutes before serving.