Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Bake – Rich, Cozy, and Full of Flavor!
A warm, creamy dish packed with juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and gooey cheese—perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients:
- 3 large chicken breasts, halved
- Salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter (divided)
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Flour (for coating) + 2 tbsp
- ½ cup dry sherry (or halal white grape juice as a substitute)
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 6 slices Muenster cheese
Instructions:
- Heat oven to 375°F.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then lightly coat with flour.
- In a skillet, heat oil and 1 tbsp butter. Sear chicken in batches for 3–4 minutes per side. Place in a baking dish.
- Add 1 tbsp butter to the same pan. Sauté mushrooms until browned and liquid is gone. Add to the dish.
- Melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in the pan. Stir in garlic and 2 tbsp flour, cooking for 1 minute.
- Add sherry (or substitute), then whisk in cream until smooth. Let it thicken slightly. Season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and mushrooms.
- Lay cheese slices on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Uncover and broil for a few minutes until cheese is golden.
- Rest briefly before serving.
Thank You AND Enjoy
