Description
Indulge in the comforting goodness of Chicken and Mushroom Bake—a creamy, cheesy casserole that brings together tender chicken and savory mushrooms for a delightful meal. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, with a golden crust of melted cheddar cheese and crispy breadcrumbs that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken breast
- 1 lb mushrooms
- 1 onion
- 4 garlic cloves
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice the mushrooms, finely chop the onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes). Transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, melt another 2 tablespoons of butter and add mushrooms, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until softened (8-10 minutes).
- Stir in flour; cook for 1 minute before gradually adding chicken broth and cream. Allow to simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes). Stir in thyme and adjust seasoning.
- Pour sauce over chicken in the baking dish. Top with cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 105mg