Cream of Mushroom Chicken is a classic dish that many of us grew up eating. This skillet meal is traditionally made with canned condensed soup, but this recipe is made healthier and tastier by making a cream of mushroom sauce from scratch. Show It’s really not hard to make this creamy, savory mushroom sauce. Just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes in a skillet on the stovetop are all it takes to make chicken in cream of mushroom soup from scratch. This is a quick dinner that your family will love. After you’ve tried this one, make my other skillet chicken dinners. Creamy Garlic Chicken, Marry Me Chicken and Creamy Lemon Chicken are flavorful one-pan meals that are always a hit. This Cream of Mushroom Chicken is very similar to my other Mushroom Chicken recipe. The difference here is that we are using chicken tenders rather than chicken breasts, and we’re dicing the mushrooms and adjusting the seasoning to be more like canned cream of mushroom, but way better.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
Chicken Tenders for making Mushroom ChickenChicken tenders are literally the most tender cut of chicken, which makes them a delicious choice for dinner. I love using them to make dinner quickly. Garlic Butter Tenders is a very popular dish on the blog and at my house. You can use these to make an easy Chicken Scampi dinner too. Want more chicken dinner ideas? See all of my Easy Chicken Recipes! Overall, chicken tenders are a great choice for making cream of mushroom chicken. Other cuts of chicken can be used as well, just slice them thinly so they cook quickly. Ingredients NeededThe ingredients in cream of mushroom chicken are really so simple. Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Tip!Cremini mushrooms are the darker button mushrooms at the store, commonly called Baby Bella mushrooms. They have more flavor than white mushrooms and are a great choice here.
How to Make Cream of Mushroom Chicken
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What to Serve with Cream of Mushroom ChickenCarbs: You must eat this meal with some sort of pasta, rice, or potatoes. The creamy sauce requires it! Try Garlic Butter Pasta, Mashed Potatoes, or Mushroom Rice as a side. Vegetables: Mushrooms count as veggies in this meal, but for some extra nutrition, add a Simple Tossed Green Salad, or some Steamed Broccoli. Bread: The sauce works wonderfully as a dip for some fresh bread. Make some Olive Garden Breadsticks or my Easy Garlic Bread to enjoy with Cream of Mushroom Chicken. FAQsCan I freeze chicken and mushroom sauce? I don’t recommend freezing this recipe, as the cream sauce will likely separate when reheating. How to store leftovers? Save leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. This dish makes an excellent lunch the next day. How do I remove the tendon from chicken tenders? There are a few different ways to do this. One is to just use a small sharp knife to slice under the tendon, separating it from the tenderloin. Another way is to use a fork. You slip the end of the tenon through the center tines of a fork, and then hold the tendon while you use the fork to push the chicken. My chicken tenders fall apart when I remove the tendon, what am I doing wrong? This is to be expected! The tendon helps to hold that muscle together. I left the tendons in for photography purposes, but I do recommend that you take them out at home. The chicken will be extra tender and easier to eat without the tendon. Are chicken tenders healthy? Chicken tenders are very lean and healthy. They are also low in calories since they’re skinless. Enjoy this comforting, delicious meal! It’s a classic, made even better. Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest! Make Cream of Mushroom Chicken entirely from scratch without opening a single can. This skillet chicken dinner is creamy, savory, and a family favorite. 5 servings Make Cream of Mushroom Chicken entirely from scratch without opening a single can. This skillet chicken dinner is creamy, savory, and a family favorite.
Servings. This recipe makes 5-6 servings. To remove the chicken tendon, use a small sharp knife to slice under the tendon, separating it from the tenderloin. Another way is to use a fork. You slip the end of the tenon through the center tines of a fork, and then hold the tendon while you use the fork to push the chicken. Calories: 250kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 33g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 103mg, Sodium: 522mg, Potassium: 807mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 210IU, Vitamin C: 2mg, Calcium: 50mg, Iron: 1mg This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators. © Little Sunny Kitchen What can I do with a can of white chicken?Canned chunk chicken breast can be used in almost any recipe that calls for cooked shredded meat. We love to use it in soups and casseroles because it makes them so quick to throw together. You can also use this canned meat for sandwiches or wraps and to top salads and pasta dishes.
How do you make creamed chicken?Preparation. Melt the butter in a saucepan and add the flour, stirring with a wire whisk. When blended, add the broth, stirring rapidly with the whisk. Let the mixture simmer, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Add the cream, salt, pepper, nutmeg and cayenne.. Add the chicken and reheat gently. Serve on waffles or toast.. How do I coat my chicken?First of all make sure the chicken pieces are dry, coat them with flour (I like to use Wondra instantized flour) or cornstarch and shake off any excess. Then dip them in beaten egg or buttermilk, or a combination of the two, and finally coat them with bread crumbs, panko, cornmeal, or cereal crumbs.
What can I put with chicken?Best Chicken Side Dishes. Honey Roasted Carrots.. The Best and Creamiest Mashed Potatoes.. Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms.. Easy Roasted Cauliflower.. Creamy Potatoes au Gratin.. Air Fryer Broccoli.. Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts.. Creamy Garlic Mashed Cauliflower.. |