A creamy and savory chicken dish with a rich mushroom flavor, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner. This simple Cream of Mushroom Chicken Recipe combines tender chicken breast with a luscious cream sauce made from evaporated milk, mushroom soup, and onions, creating a satisfying meal that’s ready in under an hour.
Ingredients for this Cream of Mushroom Chicken Recipe:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 ¼ cups water (or as needed)
- 1 onion, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cubed
- 1 (6 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
Directions:
- Heat the pan: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Add the cubed chicken breast to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink, about 7–10 minutes.
- Add soup and milk: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and evaporated milk. Mix until well combined.
- Adjust consistency: Gradually add water to reach your desired sauce consistency. Stir in the sliced mushrooms.
- Simmer: Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened and the chicken is tender.
- Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot over rice, pasta, or with bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition (per serving, based on 4 servings):
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 45g
- Carbs: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
Total Time: 40–45 minutes
This Cream of Mushroom Chicken Recipe is a quick and creamy chicken dish, ideal for busy days when you crave a flavorful, comforting meal!
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