Creamy Mushroom Chicken Bake (Print)
Tender chicken baked with savory mushrooms and creamy sauce, perfect for comforting family dinners.
# Components:
→ Chicken
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Mushroom Sauce
05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
06 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
07 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 10 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
09 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if needed)
10 - 1 cup chicken broth
11 - 1 cup heavy cream
12 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
15 - Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Garnish
16 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
# Directions:
01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Transfer to a baking dish.
04 - In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions and cook for 2–3 minutes until translucent.
05 - Add garlic and mushrooms; sauté for 5–6 minutes until mushrooms are browned and their liquid has evaporated.
06 - Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture, stir, and cook for 1 minute.
07 - Gradually incorporate chicken broth, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth consistency. Add heavy cream, thyme, oregano, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, approximately 2–3 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
08 - Pour the creamy mushroom sauce evenly over the seared chicken breasts in the baking dish.
09 - Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
10 - Remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Ready in under an hour for a weeknight-friendly meal
- Uses everyday ingredients you likely have on hand
- Perfect balance of creamy richness and savory mushroom flavor
- Elegant enough for company but easy enough for beginners