Description
This Mushroom Asiago Chicken recipe is creamy, rich, and packed with umami flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect easy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup grated Asiago cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme)
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken breasts dry. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on both sides.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F).
- Remove from skillet, cover with foil, and set aside.
Step 3: Sauté the Mushrooms
- In the same skillet, melt butter.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until golden and tender.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Make the Sauce
- Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Asiago cheese, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens (about 3-4 minutes).
Step 5: Combine and Serve
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce.
- Let it simmer for 2 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Lighter Option: Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
- Cheese Substitutes: Parmesan or Gruyère work well.
- Add Greens: Stir in spinach or kale for extra nutrients.
- Protein Swap: Try pork chops or salmon instead of chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: italian
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