A classic made easy: Quick chicken with mushroom sauce
Considered a classic and well-known dish, the combination of chicken and mushrooms is always a hit. It's quick and delicious, perfect when you're out of dinner ideas.
There are plenty of options for chicken fillets. Grilling them in a pan is a common choice when you're pressed for time and need to prepare dinner quickly. However, this often results in over-dried meat. A sauce could improve the dish, but it usually requires more time.
A good combination of flavors
If you're facing this culinary dilemma, we have a great solution: chicken breast in mushroom sauce. This sauce is quick to make and has an excellent combination of flavors. This recipe proves that not every sauce is time-consuming and requires long simmering.
Valuable protein
Chicken fillet is one of the most valuable ingredients in our diet. It is rich in protein, which is essential for muscle-building and boosts immunity. A protein-rich diet helps maintain a proper body weight and supports recovery after physical activity, which is particularly important for active people. Chicken fillet also provides essential amino acids that aid in tissue regeneration and support red blood cell production. This lean meat should be part of everyone's diet, from children to seniors.
When there are no wild mushrooms
Regular mushrooms can be a great substitute for wild mushrooms. In addition to their taste, they are packed with nutrients, including B vitamins, vitamin D, and minerals like potassium and phosphorus. For the sauce, the benefit is that they don’t require long processing times.
Chicken in mushroom sauce
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 7 oz mushrooms
- 2/3 cup broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2-3 tablespoons of butter
- 1 teaspoon of wheat flour
- Dill or chives for serving
Instructions:
- Clean the chicken fillet and cut it into small strips.
- Season the meat with pressed garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté in butter for a few minutes, then add mushrooms. Mix and cook until the mushrooms release their water.
- Pour the broth over everything and cook for a short time.
- Add cream mixed with flour.
- Heat briefly until the sauce thickens quickly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve the chicken in sauce, sprinkled with dill or chives. It pairs well with groats or rice.