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Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Cultural Context

Creamy Mushroom Chicken is a popular American dish that showcases the comforting combination of chicken and mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce. It reflects the trend of elevating simple ingredients into hearty meals, often served over rice or pasta. This dish has gained international appeal, with variations appearing in many cuisines, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g (17oz.) chicken tenders
Salt and pepper (to taste)
½ tsp garlic powder
Splash of olive oil
300g / 10 oz button mushrooms
170g / 6 oz. Canned Mushrooms
1 onion, diced fine
3 garlic cloves, minced
¼ cup chopped parsley
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Dried Oregano
1 tsp Dried Rosemary
1 cup heavy cream (Double cream)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken breasts

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: bone-in chicken

Thighs are more flavorful and often less expensive.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Broth adds flavor without alcohol.

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

1

Heat a splash of olive oil in a large pre-seasoned cast iron skillet.

2

Season chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

3

Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

4

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

5

In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.

6

Add chopped button mushrooms and canned mushrooms; cook until softened.

7

Sprinkle in dried oregano and rosemary; stir to combine.

8

Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer; cook until slightly thickened.

9

Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley; mix well.

10

Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

Large Pre-Seasoned Cast Iron SkilletCooking tongsWooden Cutting BoardChef KnifeMicroplane

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Mushroom ChickenCreamy Chicken with Mushrooms

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