Description
Succulent mushroom asiago chicken elevates weeknight dinners with irresistible Italian-inspired flavors. Creamy cheese and earthy mushrooms create a luxurious harmony that promises delicious comfort in every satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups (0.47 liters) sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) grated asiago cheese
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with a blend of salt, pepper, and aromatic Italian seasoning, ensuring even coverage.
- Warm a blend of olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place seasoned chicken breasts, searing for 4-5 minutes on each side until a rich golden-brown crust develops and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer perfectly cooked chicken to a separate plate, maintaining its warmth and juiciness.
- In the same skillet with remaining pan drippings, introduce sliced mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and become tender and golden.
- Add finely minced garlic to the mushrooms, stirring quickly to prevent burning and release its aromatic essence for approximately 60 seconds.
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring in chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up all the flavorful browned bits from the pan’s surface.
- Introduce heavy cream and asiago cheese, whisking continuously until the sauce transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Gently return chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy mushroom sauce. Simmer for 3-5 minutes to allow flavors to meld and sauce to slightly thicken.
- Plate the chicken and generously spoon the luxurious mushroom asiago sauce over the top, serving immediately while hot.
Notes
- Ensure chicken is evenly seasoned by patting the breasts dry before adding spices for better adherence and flavor penetration.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F, preventing overcooking while guaranteeing food safety.
- Select fresh, firm mushrooms like cremini or shiitake for deeper, richer umami flavor that complements the creamy asiago sauce.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt, reducing calories without sacrificing creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg