Description
This creamy asiago chicken recipe is a perfect balance of savory flavors with tender chicken, rich asiago cheese, and a smooth creamy sauce, all accented by a touch of thyme and mustard. It’s an easy-to-make dish that’s sure to impress for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
Ingredients
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2 tablespoons oil or butter
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4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
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Salt and pepper to taste
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8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 teaspoon thyme, chopped
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1/4 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
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1/2 cup chicken broth
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1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream
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1 tablespoon grainy mustard
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1 tablespoon dijon mustard
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1/2 cup asiago cheese, grated
Instructions
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n a large skillet, heat oil or butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms, diced onion, and chopped garlic. Sauté until the mushrooms are softened and the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
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Add thyme, white wine (or chicken broth), and scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes.
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Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
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Stir in both mustards and cook until the sauce is thickened, about 3 minutes.
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Add grated asiago cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth.
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Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
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Serve the creamy asiago chicken with your favorite side dish.
Notes
You can substitute the chicken broth with vegetable broth for a lighter option.
Adjust the mustard according to your preference for a milder or stronger flavor.
This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Creamy Chicken, Asiago Cheese, Easy Chicken Dinner, Mustard Chicken, Italian-American Chicken, Chicken with Cream Sauce, Weeknight Dinner