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Mushroom Asiago Chicken
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Mushroom Asiago Chicken

This mushroom Asiago chicken dish was the perfect therapy for a Sunday evening. By therapy I mean it was fun to make and eat!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, mushroom
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 457kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • Kosher salt
  • ground black pepper
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 ½ cups dry white wine
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme or substitute 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup Asiago cheese shredded
  • Egg noodles pasta or rice, cooked per package instructions

Instructions

  • Slice the chicken breasts horizontally. Place between sheets of wax paper and pound with a meat mallet until very thin (about 1/4"). Cut into large strips.
  • Add the butter and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the flour in a pie plate and season with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour then transfer to the skillet. Saute until golden brown on all sides. Remove to a plate.
  • Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet.
  • Add the mushrooms and saute until just starting to soften.
  • Add the garlic and saute for another minute
  • Add the wine and scrape up any bits on the bottom of the pan.
  • Bruise the thyme (if using fresh, otherwise, crumble the dried thyme) and add to the pan.
  • Return chicken to the pan. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken pieces to a plate again.
  • Stir in the cream and cheese until melted. Reduce by half, stirring often.
  • Add the chicken back and heat thoroughly.
  • Serve over warm egg noodles, pasta, or rice.

Nutrition

Calories: 457kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 132mg | Sodium: 314mg | Potassium: 792mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 746IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 2mg