creamy mushroom chicken

Name: Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 tablespoon(s) butter, divided; 1 1/2 tablespoon(s) olive oil, divided; 2 large chicken breasts, cubed (about 2 lbs); ground Himalayan pink salt, to taste and divided; freshly ground black pepper, to taste and divided (I always use mixed peppercorns); 1 cup(s) diced white onions; 3 1/2 cup(s) button mushrooms, washed and sliced (about 1/2 lb); 3 large cloves garlic, pressed; 1 can(s) cream of mushroom (284 ml/10 oz); 10 ounce(s) milk (284 ml); 1 cup(s) frozen peas; 1 teaspoon(s) hot paprika; 1 tablespoon(s) Herbes de Provence; 1/4 cup(s) grated Grana Padano cheese; 1 tablespoon(s) chopped parsley, for garnish

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Francine Lizotte

Surrey South, BC

Updated on Dec 5, 2024

Tasty, this dish takes less than 30 minutes to make. It’s perfect for weeknights or when you're short on time.

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A delicious plus quick & easy comforting bowl of Creamy Mushroom Chicken.

prep time 10 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Stove Top

yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 large chicken breasts, cubed (about 2 lbs)
ground Himalayan pink salt, to taste and divided
freshly ground black pepper, to taste and divided (I always use mixed peppercorns)
1 cup diced white onions
3 1/2 cups button mushrooms, washed and sliced (about 1/2 lb)
3 large cloves garlic, pressed
1 can cream of mushroom (284 ml/10 oz)
10 ounces milk (284 ml)
1 cup frozen peas
1 teaspoon hot paprika
1 tablespoon Herbes de Provence
1/4 cup grated Grana Padano cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley, for garnish

How To Make creamy mushroom chicken

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp oil.

Step 2

When hot and starts sizzling, add chicken cubes; season with salt and pepper. Sauté until just no longer pink; about 4 minutes.
Step 3

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the meat to a bowl and set aside.
Step 4

Add onions and season with ground sea salt; sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 5

Add mushrooms, 1 Tbsp butter, and 1/2 Tbsp oil. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Toss to coat in fat and sauté for 2 minutes.
Step 6

Add pressed garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Add can of cream of mushroom and milk. Increase to medium-high heat and stir until the mixture is smooth.
Step 7

Add frozen peas and hot paprika; stir well. When the mixture returns to a simmer, set the timer for 2 minutes.
Step 8

Return the chicken cubes including any accumulated juices and add Herbes de Provence. Stir, bring it back to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. If desired, add cheese.
Step 9

Spoon mixture over pasta, rice or mashed potatoes, and garnish with fresh chopped parsley.
Step 10

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