Creamy Mushroom Asiago Chicken
A rich and creamy dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a luscious Asiago cheese sauce, paired with earthy mushrooms and fresh herbs, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Main Protein
- 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Trim any fat, and gently pound to an even thickness for consistent cooking.
Starch/Pasta
- 1 cup Seasoned Flour Mix flour with salt and pepper in a shallow dish.
Aromatics & Vegetables
- 8 ounces Mushrooms Fresh white or cremini mushrooms, clean with a damp cloth and slice them.
- 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 sprigs Thyme Fresh thyme.
Liquids/Dairy
- ½ cup Dry White Wine Adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream Use full-fat cream for the best texture.
Optional Finishing Ingredients
- 1 cup Grated Asiago Cheese Sprinkle into the sauce to melt.
Cooking Fats
- 2 tablespoons Butter For sautéing.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing.
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by seasoning the flour with salt and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess.
Cooking Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Cook Mushrooms
- In the same skillet, add 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes until golden. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and 2 sprigs of thyme, cooking for 1-2 minutes more until fragrant.
Deglaze
- Pour in ½ cup of dry white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan, cooking until the wine has reduced by half.
Add Cream
- Lower the heat, and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Allow it to simmer gently for about 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine
- Add the chicken back into the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce. Sprinkle with 1 cup of grated Asiago cheese, stirring until melted and well combined.
Season and Serve
- Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately.
Notes
Enhance flavor by adding sautéed spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the sauce. Feel free to customize the cheese; Parmesan or feta can create a different twist.