Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 pounds)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 (15 ounce) can of water-packed artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
• 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
• 1/4 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
4. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
5. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
6. Add the onion to the skillet and cook until softened.
7. Add the artichoke hearts and mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender.
8. Pour in the white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 1 minute.
9. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
10. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is reduced by half.
11. Stir in the heavy cream and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
12. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and nestle them in the sauce.
13. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
14. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 chicken breast with 1/8 of the sauce): * Calories: 350 * Fat: 15 grams * Protein: 35 grams * Carbohydrates: 10 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and aromatic
• Creamy and flavorful sauce
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Perfect for special occasions

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The chicken was so moist and the sauce was so creamy." - Emily
• "I made this for my husband's birthday and he loved it. It was easy to make and very impressive." - Sarah
• "This is a go-to recipe for me when I want to make something special. It's always a crowd-pleaser." - Jessica

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for best results.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
• If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little more chicken broth.
• Serve with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.