
Sure, here’s a healthier version of Outback Steakhouse’s Alice Springs Chicken recipe with lower points, along with instructions and nutrition information:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese (cheddar or colby jack)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Brush the mustard mixture over the chicken, coating each piece evenly.
- Sprinkle the cooked turkey bacon crumbles over the chicken breasts.
- Layer the sliced mushrooms over the chicken and bacon.
- Top each chicken breast with shredded cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove the foil and broil for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: Approximately 280
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 450mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 7g
- Protein: 38g
Weight Watchers Points:
- Green Plan: 6 SmartPoints per serving
- Blue Plan: 4 SmartPoints per serving
- Purple Plan: 4 SmartPoints per serving
Enjoy your healthier version of Outback Steakhouse’s Alice Springs Chicken!