Description
Culinary magic unfolds with this creamy mushroom chicken delight, blending rich umami flavors and tender chicken in a luxurious sauce. Savory ingredients dance together, promising a comforting meal that will transport diners straight to flavor paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2 pounds (907 grams) boneless skinless chicken fillets, raw
Seasonings:
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 ounces/298 grams) reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup water
Thickening Agent (Optional):
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch
- ½–1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Butterfly chicken fillets by slicing them horizontally, creating thinner cutlets that will cook evenly and quickly absorb the creamy sauce.
- Tenderize the chicken using a meat mallet, ensuring uniform thickness while creating texture that will help seasonings adhere perfectly.
- Season both sides of the chicken generously with salt, chili powder, and freshly ground black pepper, massaging the spices into the meat for maximum flavor penetration.
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium heat, creating a perfect searing environment for the chicken.
- Cook chicken pieces until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes per side, developing a delectable caramelized exterior while maintaining juicy interior.
- Remove chicken from the pan and set aside, preserving its temperature and moisture.
- In the same skillet, introduce sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, allowing them to release their earthy aromas and caramelize beautifully.
- Pour cream of mushroom soup into the skillet, using the empty can to measure one cup of water for creating a smooth, luxurious sauce base.
- Whisk the mixture thoroughly, eliminating any lumps and ensuring a consistent, velvety texture.
- Gently return the seared chicken to the pan, immersing it in the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Simmer for approximately 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to reach a safe internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit and absorb the rich flavors.
- For an extra thick sauce, create a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with water in a separate bowl, then slowly incorporate into the simmering sauce.
- Continue cooking for an additional minute until the sauce reaches desired consistency, creating a glossy, clingy coating for the chicken.
Notes
- Quick weeknight dinner that transforms simple chicken into a restaurant-worthy meal in under 30 minutes.
- Butterflying and pounding chicken ensures even cooking and tender, juicy results every time.
- Pro tip for achieving golden-brown chicken: use a hot skillet and avoid overcrowding to get perfect sear.
- Cream of mushroom soup creates an instant, rich sauce without complicated preparation.
- Cornstarch slurry is a foolproof method to thicken sauces without lumps or extra cooking time.
- Versatile recipe that pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg