Description
Steakhouse Chicken Christopher is a rich and creamy baked chicken dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a savory sauce made from heavy cream, chicken broth, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese. This indulgent recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your dinner table with an easy-to-follow stovetop-to-oven technique.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the chicken after browning.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, to build flavor.
- Add Mushrooms and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Add the sliced mushrooms and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Brown Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and brown on both sides to seal in juices, roughly 3-4 minutes per side.
- Add Liquids and Cheese: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, then sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the skillet contents.
- Bake in Oven: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot, optionally garnished with additional Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to transfer directly from stove to oven, such as cast iron or stainless steel.
- Check chicken internal temperature with a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Sun-dried tomatoes add intense flavor; use oil-packed for more richness or dry-packed rehydrated in warm water.
- This recipe pairs well with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Steakhouse Chicken Christopher, creamy chicken recipe, baked chicken breast, mushroom and sun-dried tomato sauce, Parmesan chicken, easy dinner recipe
