Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breast: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Butter: 50 grams (about 2 oz)
- Cream Cheese: 1 block (80 grams)
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Heavy Cream: 2 cups
- Spaghetti or other pasta: 400 grams (cooked weight)
- Grated Parmesan Cheese: 50 grams (about 2 oz)
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper and Salt: to taste
- Fresh Mushrooms or button mushrooms: 150 grams (sliced)
- Fresh Green Peas or frozen green peas: 2 cups (or to preference)
Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including prep and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 45 minutes to an hour (depending on the pasta type)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large pot of boiling water, cook the spaghetti until just tender, then drain and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about a minute, until fragrant.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until completely melted and combined with the butter and garlic.
- Pour in the heavy cream and continue to stir until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper according to taste.
- Add the cooked chicken breast, sliced mushrooms, and green peas to the saucepan and mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into a casserole dish and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 30-40 minutes, until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving - assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: approximately 600 calories per serving (depending on ingredients used)
Fat: 30g, Carbohydrates: 50g, Protein: 35g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and creamy casserole with a hearty chicken flavor.
- Full of vegetables for a balanced meal.
- Perfect for a family dinner or as a dish to share with friends.
User Comments:
- "This is a fantastic dish! The combination of flavors is just perfect." - John Doe
- "I love how creamy and rich this casserole is. It's a great dish for a cold winter night." - Jane Smith
- "My family loved this dish. It was so easy to make and it looked so impressive!" - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use good quality ingredients like fresh chicken breast, fresh mushrooms, and good quality parmesan cheese for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- This dish is great for using leftover cooked chicken breast, which saves time during preparation.
