Baked Mushroom Chicken
A delightful dish combining succulent chicken breasts with earthy mushrooms and a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or hosting friends.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts Tender and juicy, these chicken breasts act as the centerpiece.
- 1/2 tsp sea salt Enhances the natural flavor of the chicken.
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper Adds subtle warmth.
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour Creates a light coating on the chicken.
- 1 Tbsp gluten-free flour For thickening the sauce.
- 2 Tbsp clarified butter or ghee Adds depth and richness.
- 1 lb mixed mushrooms Use a mix like champignon and shimeji for best flavor.
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Introduces a savory aroma.
- 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken bone broth or stock Base for the sauce.
- 1/3 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese Adds creaminess to the sauce.
- to taste fresh curly parsley, chopped For garnish.
- as needed avocado oil For greasing the baking dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Spray or brush a 9 x 13 baking dish with avocado oil.
- If your chicken breasts are thick, slice them in half.
- Season the chicken with sea salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Lightly coat the chicken on all sides with flour.
Cooking
- Melt 1 tablespoon of ghee or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken in two separate batches, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer the golden chicken to your prepared baking dish.
- In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- In a small bowl, whisk the stock with 1 tablespoon of flour until smooth.
- Pour the stock mixture into your skillet, bring to a simmer, and stir.
- Pour the mushroom sauce over the chicken, then sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for 15-17 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
For additional flavor, consider marinating chicken in salt, pepper, and garlic before starting preparation. You can substitute with different mushrooms or add red pepper flakes for spice.