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Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken: Quick Dairy-Free Comfort Dish

Savor the rich flavors of Creamy Mushroom Chicken, a quick and dairy-free dish that brings comfort to busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast Sliced thinly.
  • 1/2 cup Tapioca Flour Can substitute with arrowroot flour or cornstarch.
For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Finely diced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Mince finely.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Mushrooms
  • 8 ounces White Mushrooms Freshly sliced.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth To retain flavor.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk Dairy-free alternative.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust based on palate.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Essential for flavor.
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chopped Parsley For finishing touch.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Dredge each chicken slice in tapioca flour and add to skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, add 1 finely diced onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of thyme, and 1 teaspoon of oregano. Cook for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
  5. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth and 1 cup of coconut milk. Simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 26gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze portions for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop for best results.

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