Muenster Mushroom Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this creamy and indulgent Muenster Mushroom Chicken recipe! Tender, seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious garlic mushroom sauce made with heavy cream and chicken broth, then topped with melty slices of Muenster cheese for a rich, velvety finish. This one-skillet dish blends the earthy flavors of sautéed cremini mushrooms, fragrant thyme, and a touch of garlic into an irresistible, restaurant-quality meal you can whip up in just 45 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings yet impressive enough for guests, serve this comforting entrée with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted veggies for an unforgettable dining experience. Keywords: Muenster Mushroom Chicken, creamy chicken recipe, one-skillet chicken dinner, easy comfort food ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Cremini mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 4 sprigs Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
- 4 pieces Muenster cheese (slices)
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Melt the butter in the same skillet. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and lightly browned.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and release the browned bits. Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add in the heavy cream and stir well. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 3-5 minutes, until slightly thickened.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the mushroom sauce over the top.
Lay a slice of Muenster cheese on top of each chicken breast. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the cheese is melted.
Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, if desired, and serve hot with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2100 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 111.6 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.5 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 762 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 4164 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.3 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 251.8 g | 504% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 939 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2674 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
