Description
Rich Tuscan-style creamy mushroom asiago chicken delights dinner guests with its luxurious blend of earthy mushrooms and tangy cheese. Savory pan-seared chicken nestles into a silky sauce you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (about 1.5 lbs / 680 g)
- ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsps butter
- 8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white mushrooms)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- ½ cup (50 g) Asiago cheese, grated
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Seasoning Preparation: Combine garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Thoroughly coat chicken breasts with the spice mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Coating Application: Lightly dust the seasoned chicken with flour, shaking off excess to create a delicate layer.
- Skillet Heating: Warm a large skillet over medium heat, melting olive oil and butter until the mixture becomes fragrant and shimmering.
- Chicken Cooking: Place flour-coated chicken in the hot skillet, searing each side for 5-6 minutes until golden-brown and reaching an internal temperature of 165F. Transfer cooked chicken to a plate.
- Mushroom Sautéing: In the same skillet, add butter and sliced mushrooms. Cook until golden and tender, releasing their rich, earthy essence. Introduce minced garlic, stirring quickly to prevent burning and develop a fragrant aroma.
- Sauce Creation: Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, sprinkling Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, creating a luxurious sauce base. Gradually incorporate grated Asiago cheese, stirring continuously until the sauce transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Final Assembly: Return chicken to the skillet, nestling pieces into the creamy mushroom sauce. Warm through for 2-3 minutes, allowing flavors to meld. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant touch.
- Serving Suggestion: Plate the chicken over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, generously spooning the rich mushroom sauce on top. Accompany with a crisp green salad or lightly steamed vegetables for a perfectly balanced meal.
Notes
- Prevent Flour Clumping: Pat chicken dry before seasoning to help flour adhere evenly and create a crisp, golden coating without sticky patches.
- Control Mushroom Moisture: Avoid overcrowding the skillet when sautéing mushrooms, which prevents steaming and ensures proper caramelization and rich flavor development.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Remove skillet from heat when adding Asiago to prevent sauce separation and maintain a smooth, creamy texture without graininess.
- Protein Substitution Options: Easily swap chicken with turkey breast or pork cutlets while maintaining the same cooking technique and seasoning profile for versatile meal preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 155 mg