Description
Christmas Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Bake is the ultimate comfort dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich creamy sauce for a flavorful experience. Perfect for festive gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish will warm your heart and impress your guests. Its beautiful presentation makes it Instagram-worthy while being incredibly easy to prepare, even for novice cooks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté until mushrooms soften (approximately 5 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, thyme, salt, pepper, and half the Parmesan cheese. Simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish; top with remaining Parmesan cheese and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving with crusty bread or rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 150mg