Cheesy Chicken and Mushroom Bake Recipe

Name: Cheesy Chicken and Mushroom Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti; 5 -6 tablespoons butter (for frying, about 5-6 tablespoons); 5 boneless chicken breasts; ⅓ cup dry sherry; ½ cup water; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 1 pinch dried thyme; 2 cups fresh white button mushrooms, sliced; ⅔ cup flour; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream; 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded (or use similar cheese); ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; salt and black pepper; 1 ¼ cups breadcrumbs; 3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

8 ounces uncooked spaghetti
5 -6 tablespoons butter (for frying, about 5-6 tablespoons)
5 boneless chicken breasts
⅓ cup dry sherry
½ cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 pinch dried thyme
2 cups fresh white button mushrooms, sliced
⅔ cup flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded (or use similar cheese)
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and black pepper
1 ¼ cups breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons parmesan cheese

1
Set oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
3
Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of boiling salted water until JUST al dente; drain and place in a bowl; toss with 1-2 tablespoon oil to prevent sticking.
4
In a large skillet melt the butter over medium-high heat; add in the chicken, and brown for about 2 minutes on both sides.
5
Add in the sherry and 1/2 cup water; cover and reduce the heat to low, simmer for about 15 minutes or until cooked; drain but reserve the liquid.
6
Remove the chicken from skillet and slice the chicken into about 1-inch pieces.
7
Melt 1-2 tablespoon butter in the same skillet; add in the onions, garlic, thyme and sliced mushrooms; cook about 5-6 minutes over medium heat, or until tender.
8
In a cup or bowl whisk together the flour with 1/2 cup broth, then add to the skillet along with the reserved sherry mixture and the remaining 1-1/2 cups broth; stir over medium heat until thickened.
9
Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream, shredded cheese and about 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; stir until the cheese melts then season with salt and black pepper to taste.
10
Spoon the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
11
Mix the breadcrumbs with about 2-3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, then sprinkle over the chicken mixture.
12
Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubble.
13
Serve over cooked pasta.

1898

kcal

Calories

142

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti, 5 -6 tablespoons butter (for frying, about 5-6 tablespoons), 5 boneless chicken breasts, ⅓ cup dry sherry, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Chicken and Mushroom Bake 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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Cheesy Chicken and Mushroom Bake

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