Description
Comfort meets elegance in this creamy asiago chicken recipe, where Italian-inspired flavors dance on your plate. Rich cheese and tender chicken create a luxurious meal that promises delightful satisfaction for home cooks craving restaurant-quality dining.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon parsley
Liquids and Dairy:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups mushrooms, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded Asiago cheese
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken breasts between plastic wrap to a uniform thickness, creating even pieces for consistent cooking.
- Slice each breast into three tender-sized portions to enhance portion control and presentation.
- Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly in flour, ensuring a complete and even coverage for a crispy exterior.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium temperature, creating a flavorful cooking base.
- Carefully place the flour-coated chicken into the hot skillet, sautéing until each side develops a golden-brown crust, approximately 4 minutes per side.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a separate plate, keeping it warm and preserving its moisture.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil along with onion powder, mushrooms, and garlic, allowing the mushrooms to caramelize and release their natural juices.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, using a spatula to deglaze and incorporate all the flavorful browned bits from the pan’s bottom.
- Reintroduce the chicken to the skillet, sprinkling with fresh parsley for added aroma and color.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to meld the flavors and ensure chicken is thoroughly cooked.
- Remove chicken from the pan, temporarily setting it aside to prepare the creamy sauce.
- Add heavy cream to the skillet, heating gently to create a smooth base for the sauce.
- Gradually incorporate Asiago cheese, stirring constantly over low heat until the cheese melts completely and the sauce reaches a luxurious, thick consistency.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, generously coating each piece with the rich, creamy sauce.
- Serve immediately alongside pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delectable sauce.
Notes
- Pound chicken uniformly to guarantee even cooking and tender texture.
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to flatten chicken breasts gently without tearing the meat.
- Dredging technique helps create a golden, crispy exterior while sealing in moisture.
- Flour coating provides a protective layer that prevents chicken from becoming dry during cooking.
- Select fresh mushrooms with firm texture for best flavor and caramelization.
- Low and slow cheese melting prevents sauce from becoming grainy or separating.
- Allow sauce to simmer gently to develop rich, complex flavors and achieve perfect consistency.
- For gluten-free version, replace wheat flour with cornstarch or almond flour.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for lighter version.
- Choose low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels in final dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 421 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 615 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg