Description
Succulent asiago chicken mushrooms dance with rich, creamy flavors in this Italian-inspired skillet sensation. Herbs and cheese meld together, creating a memorable meal you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1.5 pounds (680 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) minced garlic
- 8 ounces (226 grams) sliced mushrooms
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped, reserving the green ends for serving
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh thyme, or 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) dried thyme
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream, or half and half
- 0.75 cup (180 milliliters) shredded asiago cheese, or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Transform chicken breasts into thin, even cutlets by slicing lengthwise and gently pounding between plastic wrap. Season thoroughly with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, ensuring uniform coating on both sides.
- Warm a skillet with butter and oil over medium heat (375°F). Carefully place seasoned chicken into hot pan, cooking 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer cooked chicken to a foil-covered plate to retain warmth.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, chopped green onions, and fresh thyme for 2 minutes, releasing aromatic flavors. Pour heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent scorching.
- Incorporate asiago cheese into the simmering cream sauce, stirring until cheese melts completely and sauce thickens to a rich, velvety consistency. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Return chicken to skillet, generously coating each piece with creamy mushroom sauce. Plate immediately, garnishing with extra fresh thyme, green onion slices, and a sprinkle of shredded asiago cheese for enhanced presentation and flavor.
Notes
- Slice chicken uniformly to ensure even cooking and tender texture throughout the dish.
- Cover chicken with plastic wrap while pounding to prevent splatter and maintain a clean workspace.
- Use a meat thermometer to check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help create a perfect golden-brown crust when searing.
- Adjust heat to medium-low when adding cream to prevent scorching and maintain smooth sauce consistency.
- Fresh thyme delivers more vibrant flavor compared to dried herbs in this creamy mushroom sauce.
- For lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt to reduce calories.
- Gluten-sensitive individuals can enjoy this recipe as it naturally contains no wheat-based ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 40 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg