Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Oven-Baked Polen

Name: Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Oven-Baked Polenta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each); Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 pound white mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced 1/2 inch thick; 4 garlic cloves, halved; 1/2 cup dry white wine (optional); 1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish; Oven-Baked Polenta (recipe below); 3/4 cup cornmeal; Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper; 1/4 cup milk; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon fresh marjoram (or 1/4 teaspoon dried); (serves 4)

Servings: persons

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound white mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced 1/2 inch thick
4 garlic cloves, halved
1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish
Oven-Baked Polenta (recipe below)
3/4 cup cornmeal
Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper
1/4 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh marjoram (or 1/4 teaspoon dried)
(serves 4)

1
Sprinkle the chicken breasts with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over high heat.
3
Add the chicken; cook until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
4
Transfer to a plate.
5
Add the remaining tablespoon oil to the hot skillet.
6
Add the mushrooms, garlic, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
7
Cover; cook over medium heat until the mushrooms release their juices, 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Remove the lid.
9
Cook over high heat, tossing occasionally, until the mushrooms are golden, 4 to 5 minutes.
10
Pour the wine, if using, into the skillet; cook, stirring, until evaporated, 1 minute.
11
Add the stock and parsley; cook over medium-high heat until the mushrooms are tender and the liquid has reduced, 8 to 10 minutes.
12
Return the chicken to the skillet.
13
Cover; simmer over low heat until the chicken is cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
14
Serve the cutlets and polenta topped with the mushrooms and a drizzle of cooking liquid.
15
Garnish with additional fresh parsley.
16
Preheat the oven to 425F.
17
In a lidded baking dish, whisk together 3 cups water, the cornmeal, 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
18
Cover, and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
19
Remove from the oven, and add the milk, butter, and marjoram, and whisk briskly until smooth.
20
Serve immediately.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each), Coarse salt and fresh ground pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 pound white mushrooms, wiped clean and sliced 1/2 inch thick, and more.

Yes, Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Oven-Baked Polenta falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Chicken with Mushrooms and Oven-Baked Polenta

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