Creamy Mushroom Chicken Stew
Indulge in this rich and savory Creamy Mushroom Chicken Stew, perfect for cozy meals any day of the week. Tender chicken is slow-cooked to perfection and bathed in a delicious mushroom gravy, making it a comforting dish you'll want to share. This recipe combines the robustness of chicken with the earthiness of mushrooms, all enhanced by a hint of white wine or chicken broth. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delightful gravy!
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Servings
300
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
whole chickens or chicken breasts
3 lbs (cut up (or 3 large chicken breasts, halved))
salt
to taste (for seasoning)
black pepper
to taste (for seasoning)
dry white wine or chicken broth
1/4 cup (liquid)
condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can (prepared from a can)
sliced mushrooms
1 (4 ounce) can (drained)
Instructions
1
Begin by placing the cut-up chicken pieces into your slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
2
Sprinkle a generous amount of salt and pepper over the chicken to season.
3
In a separate bowl, combine the dry white wine (or chicken broth) with the condensed cream of mushroom soup, stirring well until smooth.
4
Pour the soup mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
5
Add the drained sliced mushrooms on top of the chicken and soup mixture, spreading them out for even coverage.
6
Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on low for 7-9 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
7
Once cooked, give the stew a gentle stir to mix the sauce and serve hot, ideally over rice or with a side of crusty bread.
Nutrition Information
17.5
Fat
5
Carbs
25
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this dish?
The dish is called Creamy Mushroom Chicken Stew.
How much chicken do I need for this recipe?
You will need 3 lbs of whole chickens or 3 large chicken breasts.
What can I use instead of white wine?
You can use 1/4 cup of chicken broth as a substitute for the dry white wine.
What type of soup is required?
The recipe calls for one 10.75-ounce can of condensed cream of mushroom soup.
How long should I cook the stew on the low setting?
Cook on low for 7-9 hours until the chicken is tender.
Can I cook this recipe faster on a high setting?
Yes, you can cook it on high for 4 hours.
How should I prepare the chicken breasts?
If using chicken breasts, they should be halved before placing them in the slow cooker.
Do I need to drain the canned mushrooms?
Yes, the 4-ounce can of sliced mushrooms should be drained before adding.
What are the best side dishes for this stew?
It is ideally served over rice or with a side of crusty bread.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are approximately 300 calories per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving contains 25 grams of protein.
How much fat is in this recipe?
There are 17.5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in the stew?
There are 5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for a Crock Pot?
Yes, this is a slow cooker/Crock Pot recipe.
How do I season the chicken?
Season the chicken by sprinkling a generous amount of salt and pepper over the pieces once they are in the cooker.
How do I prepare the sauce mixture?
In a separate bowl, stir the wine or broth into the mushroom soup until the mixture is smooth.
Should I stir the stew during cooking?
The instructions suggest giving it a gentle stir once it is fully cooked to mix the sauce before serving.
What is the primary flavor profile of this stew?
It is a rich and savory stew with earthy mushroom notes and a hint of white wine.
Is this dish considered an easy meal?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy meal and a great option for a family dinner.
How many ingredients are used in total?
There are 6 ingredients used in this recipe.
What is the size of the mushroom can needed?
A 4-ounce can of sliced mushrooms is required.
Do I need to brown the chicken first?
No, the chicken is placed directly into the slow cooker raw and cut-up.
How should the soup mixture be added?
Pour the soup mixture evenly over the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
Where do the mushrooms go in the slow cooker?
Add the sliced mushrooms on top of the chicken and soup mixture, spreading them out evenly.
Is there any fiber in this dish?
The nutritional information provided indicates the fiber content is null.
Can I use frozen chicken?
The recipe specifies cut-up chicken pieces or halved breasts; it is generally recommended to thaw chicken before slow cooking for food safety.
Is this recipe categorized as comfort food?
Yes, comfort food is one of the primary tags for this recipe.
How much wine is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of dry white wine.
What is the first step of the instructions?
Begin by placing the cut-up chicken pieces into your slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Does the recipe include sugar?
No, the sugar content is listed as null in the nutritional data.