Description
Savory mushroom asiago chicken brings restaurant-quality comfort to home kitchens with minimal effort. Creamy sauce and perfectly seasoned chicken create an elegant meal that delights dinner companions.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Mushrooms and Dairy:
- 2 cups (473 ml) sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup (236 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (100 g) grated asiago cheese
Seasonings and Cooking Liquids:
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat, blending olive oil and butter for a rich, flavorful base.
- Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear until a golden-brown crust develops on each side. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, sauté mushrooms until they release their moisture and become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Introduce minced garlic to the mushrooms, stirring quickly to prevent burning and enhance aromatic complexity.
- Deglaze the pan by pouring chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up any flavorful browned bits from the skillet bottom.
- Sprinkle asiago cheese and fresh thyme into the sauce, allowing it to meld and gradually thicken over gentle heat.
- Carefully nestle the seared chicken breasts back into the creamy mushroom sauce, ensuring each piece is generously coated.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, guaranteeing juicy, perfectly cooked meat.
- Plate immediately, optionally garnishing with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thinner cutlets to reduce cooking time and ensure even browning.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F for food safety without overcooking.
- Create a gluten-free version by replacing regular flour with almond flour when seasoning chicken, maintaining crispy exterior.
- Balance rich sauce with a light side like roasted asparagus or mixed green salad to complement the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 470 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg