Go Back
cheesy baked mushroom chicken
Admin

cheesy baked mushroom chicken

Cheesy Baked Mushroom Chicken is the kind of dinner that feels like a warm hug—comforting, creamy, and packed with flavor. Juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection, topped with a rich mushroom and cheese sauce, and then baked until bubbling and golden. It’s a restaurant-quality meal made easily at home, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms sliced (cremini or button work well)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Optional: chopped parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the mushrooms until soft and browned, about 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Italian seasoning, bring to a simmer, and let it cook for 2–3 minutes. Stir in half of the mozzarella and all of the parmesan cheese until melted into the sauce.
  5. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the sauce and mushrooms over the chicken, then top with remaining mozzarella cheese. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  6. Let cool slightly. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Notes

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat: Warm in the oven at 350°F or microwave gently until heated through.
  • Freezing: Freeze cooked chicken with sauce for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat thoroughly.