Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast: 1 kg (about 2 pounds)
- Creamy mushroom sauce (jarred or homemade): 1 cup
- Sour cream: ½ cup
- Flat-leaf parsley: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Beef stock or chicken broth: 1 cup
- Egg noodles: 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray or olive oil: for greasing the slow cooker
- Fresh mushroom (optional): 100 grams (about ½ cup), sliced
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 4-6 hours in a slow cooker on low heat
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or grease with olive oil.
- Cube the chicken breast and place it in the slow cooker.
- Add the creamy mushroom sauce, sour cream, chopped parsley, beef stock or chicken broth, and fresh mushrooms (if using).
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 4-6 hours.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the egg noodles according to package instructions.
- After the chicken is cooked, stir well and serve over the egg noodles.
Nutritional Information:
(Nutritional information depends on exact ingredients used. Below is an estimate.)
- Calories: About 500-600 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Protein: 30-40 grams per serving
- Fat: 20-30 grams per serving (most of it from the sour cream and creamy mushroom sauce)
- Carbohydrates: 50-70 grams per serving (from the egg noodles)
Dish Characteristics:
- Creamy and rich, with a savory mushroom flavor.
- Slow-cooked to ensure tenderness and full flavor development.
- Healthy option with lean chicken and whole grain noodles.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so creamy and delicious! The slow cooking ensured the chicken was tender and juicy."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a great way to use my slow cooker."
- "The sour cream added a nice tanginess to the dish. This is a great weeknight dinner option."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use a slow cooker set on low heat to ensure the dish doesn't burn or dry out.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste, especially salt and pepper.
- This dish is already quite rich, so consider serving it with a lighter side dish or salad to balance the meal.
