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Herb-Scented Wild Mushroom Parmesan Smothered Chicken with Toasted Pine Nuts

Herb-Scented Wild Mushroom Parmesan Smothered Chicken with Toasted Pine Nuts

This savory dish features succulent chicken breasts smothered in a creamy wild mushroom and Parmesan sauce, topped with toasted pine nuts for added flavor and crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 cup Wild mushrooms, sliced (shiitake, oyster, or chanterelle)
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup Toasted pine nuts
  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Sear the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the sliced wild mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, or until they are tender and have released their moisture.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and rosemary, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine. Allow the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce over the top to coat them evenly.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce is bubbly.
  9. While the chicken is baking, toast the pine nuts in a small pan over low heat until golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  10. Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oven and sprinkle with toasted pine nuts and chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a variation, consider adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes to the mushroom sauce.