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Chicken breast with mushrooms

17/11/2023

Here is a recipe for preparing a delicious chicken breast with mushrooms, with an Italian touch. This dish combines the simplicity of home cooking with the rich flavor of mushrooms and aromatic herbs.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 300 g of champignon mushrooms or mixed mushrooms
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 sprig of rosemary (or 1 teaspoon of dried rosemary)
  • 1/2 glass of white wine
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish
  • Optional: a few tablespoons of fresh cream if you want a creamier sauce

Preparation

  1. Clean the mushrooms by removing any earthy residues and slice them. If you are using pre-cleaned mushrooms, you can simply cut them into slices.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts so that they have a uniform thickness. You can also cut them into strips if you prefer.
  3. In a large frying pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the crushed garlic cloves and rosemary. Let them flavor for a minute.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and cook them over medium-high heat until they are golden on both sides. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
  6. In the same pan, add the mushrooms and let them cook until they are tender and golden. During cooking, add salt and pepper.
  7. Deglaze with the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate over high heat.
  8. If you want a creamier sauce, now is the time to add the cream.
  9. Put the chicken back in the pan with the mushrooms and let it season together for a few minutes, until the chicken is well cooked and the flavors have blended.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Curiosity

In Italy, it is common to add a touch of cream to the sauces that accompany meat or pasta to make them creamier and more enveloping. If you prefer a lighter version, you can omit the cream. The mushrooms and white wine already give a deep flavor to the dish. Usually, the dish is accompanied by a light side dish such as steamed vegetables or a simple salad. Enjoy your meal!