Creamy Hatch Chile and Mushroom Chicken Breasts

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Creamy Hatch Chile and Mushroom Chicken Breasts
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
60mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 21, 2024

This dish combines tender chicken breasts with a creamy sauce made with spicy hatch chiles and savory mushrooms. It's a perfect comfort food dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With just the right amount of heat and creaminess, this dish is a winner for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken breasts
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup diced hatch chiles
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on each side, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  5. Add hatch chiles and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and sauce is creamy.
  9. Return chicken breasts to the skillet and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
  10. Serve chicken breasts with creamy hatch chile and mushroom sauce on top.

Interesting Facts

  • Hatch chiles are a type of green chile pepper that is grown in the Hatch Valley of New Mexico.
  • Hatch chiles are known for their unique flavor and moderate heat, making them a popular ingredient in Southwestern cuisine.
  • Mushrooms are a great source of umami flavor and add a meaty texture to dishes.