Creamy Mushroom Asiago Chicken
A comforting dish of tender chicken breasts in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce infused with Asiago cheese, perfect for cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup Asiago cheese, grated
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: pasta or rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add sliced mushrooms and sauté until tender.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Add grated Asiago cheese and stir until melted and creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce.
- Serve with cooked pasta or rice if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables like spinach or roasted red peppers, or substitute cheese as needed. Chicken thickness matters for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 30g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 200mg