Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken Breasts (boneless and skinless) - 8 pieces
- Mushrooms - 300 grams (fresh, cleaned and sliced)
- Cream Cheese - 250 grams
- Cheddar Cheese - 200 grams (shredded or cubed)
- Garlic Cloves - 6-8 pieces (crushed)
- Onion - 1 large (chopped)
- Chicken Stock - 1 cup
- Salt and Pepper - to taste
- Cooking Oil - for greasing the crock pot
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4-5 hours in a slow cooker (crock pot) on low heat
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Grease the crock pot with cooking oil.
- Mix chicken stock and garlic in the crock pot.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the crock pot.
- Top the chicken with mushroom slices and chopped onions.
- Add cream cheese on top of the mushrooms and chicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese layer.
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 4-5 hours until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste, before serving.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving: ~2 servings per person for a total of 8 servings)
Calories: Approximate calories will depend on the exact ingredients used but a rough estimate would be around 600-700 calories per serving.
Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Fiber and other nutritional components will vary based on the specific ingredients used and their quantities.
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich in flavor due to the combination of cheese and chicken stock.
- Mushrooms give it a unique texture and added flavor depth.
- Slow-cooked to ensure juicy chicken and a creamy cheese sauce.
- Serve with rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so creamy and delicious! The combination of cheese and mushrooms was a great choice."
- "I love how easy it is to make in a crock pot, perfect for busy days."
- "The chicken was so juicy and tender, the sauce was amazing!"
- "Great dish for a family meal, everyone loved it!"
- "Will definitely make this again, it's a new family favorite!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh chicken breasts for best results.
- If using frozen mushrooms, make sure to cook for an additional hour to ensure they are fully cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve with a green vegetable or salad for a complete meal.
