Description
A rich and creamy Chicken and Mushroom Skillet featuring tender chicken pieces and sautéed mushrooms in a luscious Asiago cheese and Dijon mustard sauce. This comforting dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner, served best over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Dairy
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Asiago cheese
Seasonings and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil and cook onions: Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sauté garlic and mushrooms: Add the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes until the mushrooms soften and develop a golden-brown color.
- Cook the chicken: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the chicken pieces. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on all sides and fully cooked through.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth and let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes to meld the flavors and reduce slightly.
- Incorporate cream, mustard, and cheese: Stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Asiago cheese. Mix thoroughly to combine and let the sauce simmer gently for about 5 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the sauce and add more salt or pepper if needed to suit your preference.
- Garnish: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the skillet just before serving to add a fresh burst of color and flavor.
- Serve: Serve the chicken and mushroom skillet hot over cooked pasta, steamed rice, or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- You can substitute Asiago cheese with Parmesan if Asiago is unavailable.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream, though the sauce will be less rich.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet when cooking chicken to get a good sear.
- This dish pairs well with green vegetables or a simple side salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Chicken skillet, mushroom sauce, creamy Asiago sauce, Dijon mustard chicken, easy dinner recipe, one-pan chicken, creamy mushroom chicken
