Chicken breasts with cheese and mushrooms
4 servings
45 minutes
Chicken breasts with cheese and mushrooms are an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine, combining tender chicken meat with aromatic mushroom filling and melted cheese. It embodies the traditions of Mediterranean gastronomy, where simple ingredients turn into something amazing. Mushrooms add depth of flavor to the dish, while the breading provides a delicious crispy crust. Chicken baked under a layer of melted cheese becomes especially juicy and rich. This is the perfect treat for a cozy family dinner or festive table, served with vegetables or a light salad. Lemon juice and spices add a subtle tangy note, making each bite unforgettable. Bon appétit!
1
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan. Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Sauté for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Fresh mushrooms: 300 g
- Onion: 60 g
- Finely chopped garlic: 1 teaspoon
2
Mix 1 cup of grated cheese and seasoning with the mushroom mixture. Pound the chicken breasts. Place 1/3 cup of the mixture on each chicken breast. Fold horizontally and secure with 2 toothpicks. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Dip the chicken in the butter, then coat in breadcrumbs. Place in a baking dish and drizzle with remaining butter.
- Cheese: 240 g
- Ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
- Chicken breast fillet: 4 pieces
- Butter: 3 tablespoons
- Breadcrumbs: 60 g
3
Bake in an oven preheated to 220 degrees for about 20 minutes or until the chicken turns golden brown. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Cook for another 3 minutes until the cheese melts.
- Cheese: 240 g
4
Remove toothpicks before serving.