Creamy Sherry Chicken Delight
This Creamy Sherry Chicken Delight is a beloved recipe that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich and savory sauce that your family will adore. The flavorful blend of cream of mushroom soup and cream cheese creates a silky texture complemented by the aromatic hint of sherry wine. This dish is perfect for serving over fluffy rice, soft noodles, or creamy mashed potatoes, making it a versatile family meal that’s easy to prepare in your slow cooker. With its creamy sauce and comforting flavors, it’s sure to become a staple in your home, just like it has in ours!
4
Servings
300
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken pieces
3 lbs (washed and patted dry)
salt
to taste (none)
black pepper
to taste (none)
cream of mushroom soup
10.75 ounces (canned)
sherry wine
1/2 cup (none)
butter
2 tablespoons (melted)
Italian salad dressing mix
2 tablespoons (dry)
cream cheese
6 ounces (cubed)
onion
1 tablespoon (chopped)
Instructions
1
Begin by washing the chicken pieces under cold water and then pat them dry with paper towels.
2
Next, brush the melted butter all over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are evenly coated.
3
Sprinkle salt and pepper generously over the chicken according to your taste preferences.
4
Carefully place the seasoned chicken pieces into the crock pot, arranging them to fit snugly.
5
Sprinkle the Italian salad dressing mix evenly over the top of the chicken.
6
Cover the crock pot with a lid and cook the chicken on low heat for 5 to 6 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
7
Approximately 45 minutes before you plan to serve, combine the cream of mushroom soup, cubed cream cheese, sherry wine, and chopped onion in a small saucepan.
8
Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until it’s smooth and well combined.
9
Once smooth, pour the mixture over the chicken in the crock pot.
10
Cover the crock pot again and continue to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to allow the sauce to marry with the chicken.
11
Serve hot over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes, spooning the delicious creamy sauce over the dish.
Nutrition Information
20g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
20g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Creamy Sherry Chicken Delight?
It is a beloved slow cooker recipe that combines tender chicken pieces with a rich, savory sauce made from cream of mushroom soup, cream cheese, and sherry wine.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 4 servings.
What are the main ingredients for the sauce?
The sauce is made from a blend of cream of mushroom soup, cubed cream cheese, sherry wine, and chopped onion.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 lbs of chicken pieces.
How should I prepare the chicken before cooking?
Wash the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels before seasoning.
What seasoning is used for the chicken base?
The chicken is brushed with 2 tablespoons of melted butter and sprinkled with salt, black pepper, and dry Italian salad dressing mix.
How long does the chicken cook in the crock pot?
The chicken cooks on low heat for an initial 5 to 6 hours, plus an additional 30 minutes after adding the sauce.
What is the recommended cooking temperature?
The recipe specifies cooking the chicken on low heat in the slow cooker.
When should I prepare the sauce?
Prepare the sauce approximately 45 minutes before you plan to serve the meal.
How do I make the sauce smooth?
Combine the soup, cream cheese, sherry, and onion in a saucepan and heat over medium-low, stirring frequently until smooth.
What amount of sherry wine is required?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of sherry wine.
What is the suggested way to serve this dish?
Serve it hot over fluffy rice, soft noodles, or creamy mashed potatoes.
How much cream cheese is needed?
You will need 6 ounces of cubed cream cheese.
Is there onion in this recipe?
Yes, it includes 1 tablespoon of chopped onion in the sauce.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 20g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 7.5g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of the meal?
The meal provides 20g of protein per serving.
What size can of mushroom soup is used?
A 10.75-ounce can of cream of mushroom soup is required.
What type of dressing mix is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of dry Italian salad dressing mix.
Can I cook this on high heat instead of low?
The recipe specifically recommends low heat to ensure the flavors meld and the chicken becomes tender.
Do I need to brown the chicken in a pan first?
No, the chicken is placed directly into the crock pot after seasoning.
How much butter is used to coat the chicken?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 9 ingredients in this recipe.
Is this dish considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food and a family recipe.
Can I prepare the sauce in the crock pot directly?
The instructions suggest heating the sauce in a small saucepan first to ensure the cream cheese is smooth before pouring it over the chicken.
How long do I cook the sauce after it's poured over the chicken?
Cook for an additional 30 minutes to allow the sauce to marry with the chicken.
Does this recipe include fiber?
The nutritional data for fiber is not specified for this recipe.
Is there any added sugar in this recipe?
Nutritional information for sugar is not provided.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This recipe belongs to the Chicken category.