Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Chicken and Mushroom Bake, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken and savory mushrooms enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, bringing warmth and satisfaction to your table. Topped with melty cheddar cheese and crispy breadcrumbs, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken breast
- 1 lb mushrooms
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon thyme
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and prepare the vegetables.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, melt the remaining butter and sauté onions, garlic, and mushrooms with salt and pepper until softened (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in flour, then gradually add chicken broth and cream. Simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes) before adding thyme.
- Pour sauce over chicken in the baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg