Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Delight
This Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Delight is a comforting one-dish meal that will sweep you off your feet! Inspired by a cherished recipe from my hairdresser, this dish combines tender chicken (breasts or thighs) with rich cream cheese, savory mushrooms, and aromatic spices, all cooked slowly in a crockpot until perfectly melded together. Serve it over a bed of buttery egg noodles or fluffy rice, and you'll create a memorable dinner that your family will request again and again. Prepare to enjoy a hearty meal that's not only easy to make but irresistible to taste!
6
Servings
466
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chicken (breasts or thighs)
3 lbs (boneless, skinless)
Italian salad dressing mix
1 3/4 ounces
Butter
4 tablespoons (melted)
Whole mushrooms
1 (16 ounce) carton (cleaned and sliced)
Onion
1 small (chopped)
Garlic
2 cloves (chopped)
Healthy Request cream of chicken soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can
Cream cheese
8 ounces (softened)
Chicken broth
1/2 cup
Instructions
1
Place the boneless, skinless chicken in the crockpot and sprinkle evenly with the Italian salad dressing mix and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
2
Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
3
While the chicken is cooking, clean the mushrooms by lightly brushing off any dirt with a damp paper towel and slice off the tough ends.
4
After the chicken has cooked, add the mushrooms to the crockpot, cover, and let them cook for an additional 30 minutes.
5
In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onions are translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
6
Stir in the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, and chicken broth to the pan. Continue to heat and stir until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
7
Pour the creamy mixture into the crockpot over the chicken and mushrooms. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
8
Cover again and cook on low for an additional hour, allowing flavors to meld.
9
Once ready, serve over egg noodles or rice, and enjoy your delicious Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Delight!
Nutrition Information
30g
Fat
7g
Carbs
40g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Delight?
It is a comforting one-dish meal that combines tender chicken with rich cream cheese, savory mushrooms, and aromatic spices cooked in a crockpot.
What type of chicken can I use?
You can use 3 lbs of either boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
How long does the chicken cook initially?
The chicken should be cooked on the low setting of a crockpot for 4 to 6 hours until tender.
What kind of mushrooms does the recipe require?
The recipe calls for one 16-ounce carton of whole mushrooms, cleaned and sliced.
What is the primary seasoning used?
The dish is seasoned with a 1.75-ounce packet of Italian salad dressing mix.
Is this a low-carb recipe?
Yes, this recipe contains 7g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving of this dish provides 40g of protein.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe is designed to yield 6 servings.
What are the recommended serving suggestions?
It is best served over a bed of buttery egg noodles or fluffy rice.
Can I use a specific brand of soup?
The recipe recommends using one 10.75-ounce can of Healthy Request cream of chicken soup.
How should I clean the mushrooms?
Clean the mushrooms by lightly brushing off dirt with a damp paper towel and slicing off the tough ends.
How is the butter used in this recipe?
Two tablespoons of melted butter are sprinkled over the chicken initially, and another two tablespoons are used to saute the onion and garlic.
When should I add the mushrooms to the crockpot?
Add the mushrooms after the initial 4-6 hours of cooking and let them cook for an additional 30 minutes.
What ingredients are needed for the creamy sauce?
The sauce is made from butter, onion, garlic, cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, and chicken broth.
How much chicken is required?
You will need 3 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe calls for 2 cloves of chopped garlic.
What is the final cooking step?
After adding the creamy sauce, cover and cook on low for an additional hour to allow the flavors to meld.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 30g of fat in each serving.
Is this a slow cooker recipe?
Yes, this meal is designed to be prepared in a crockpot or slow cooker.
Does the cream cheese need to be softened?
Yes, using 8 ounces of softened cream cheese ensures the sauce mixture is smooth.
How much chicken broth is needed for the sauce?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of chicken broth.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving of Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Delight contains 466 calories.
What size onion should I use?
The recipe specifies using 1 small chopped onion.
What makes this a 'one-dish' meal?
It is categorized as a one-dish meal because the main components are cooked together in the crockpot.
Can I substitute the chicken breasts?
Yes, you can use chicken thighs as an alternative to chicken breasts.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is described as a hearty meal that is easy to make and irresistible to taste.
How many main ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in the count for this recipe.
Where did the inspiration for this recipe come from?
The dish was inspired by a cherished recipe from the creator's hairdresser.
Should I cook the chicken on high or low?
The recipe specifies cooking the chicken on the low setting.
How do I prepare the sauce before adding it to the crockpot?
Melt butter, saute onion and garlic, then stir in soup, cream cheese, and broth until smooth in a small saucepan.