Creamy Mushroom Asiago Chicken
Creamy Mushroom Asiago Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, creamy sauce infused with earthy mushrooms and nutty asiago cheese. Perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests, this recipe is simple to prepare yet bursting with flavor. Enjoy it over pasta, rice, or simply with crusty bread for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup asiago cheese, shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- 2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté until mushrooms are golden (about 5 minutes).
- 3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Let simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to thicken slightly.
- 4. Gradually stir in shredded asiago cheese until melted and creamy.
- 5. Return the chicken to the skillet along with any accumulated juices. Spoon sauce over each piece and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- 6. Garnish with freshly chopped herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For variations, swap asiago cheese for parmesan or add spinach for extra nutrition. If short on time, use pre-sliced mushrooms to speed up preparation.