Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast (boneless and skinless) - 800 grams (about 2 pounds)
- Cream cheese - 200 grams (7 oz)
- Mushrooms - 200 grams (about 1 cup)
- Shallots or green onions - 4 or 5 pieces, thinly sliced
- Bacon bits or thinly sliced bacon - 100 grams (about 3 oz)
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Cooking oil or butter - for frying
Preparation Time: 45 minutes (including prep and cooking time)
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the oil or butter on medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken breast pieces and cook until both sides are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the shallots or green onions and garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the mushrooms and continue to cook until they are tender.
- Add the cream cheese and stir until it is fully melted and combined with the other ingredients.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Return the chicken to the pan and coat it with the creamy mushroom mixture.
- Top with bacon bits or thinly sliced bacon and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: approximately 450 kcal (depending on seasoning and additional ingredients)
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Protein: 45g
(Nutritional information may vary based on specific ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich flavor due to the use of cream cheese and bacon.
- Chicken is tender and full of flavor from the mushroom and bacon mixture.
- Easy to prepare using ingredients commonly found in American supermarkets.
User Comments:
- "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on." - John Doe
- "I loved the creamy sauce paired with the chicken and mushrooms. Definitely a keeper." - Jane Smith
- "The bacon added a nice crunch to the dish. Overall, a great meal." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use high-quality chicken breast for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preferences.
- Use fresh mushrooms for optimal flavor and texture. If using dried mushrooms, soak them first before cooking.
