Baked Chicken with Cream of Mushroom: A Comforting Classic
If you’re craving a cozy meal, this baked chicken with cream of mushroom recipe hits the spot. It’s a hearty dish that’s easy to prepare and packed with savory flavor. Perfect for weeknights when you want something comforting without spending hours in the kitchen.
Juicy chicken breasts are pan-seared, then simmered in a creamy mushroom sauce made with garlic and pantry staples. It’s a satisfying dish you can serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or veggies.
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Juicy chicken breasts cooked in a creamy mushroom garlic sauce – quick to make and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts, raw
1.5 tsp. salt
1 tsp. chili powder
Fresh cracked pepper
1 Tbsp. olive oil
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can reduced-sodium cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz)
1 cup water
1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch (optional)
1/2–1 Tbsp. water (to mix with cornstarch, optional)

Instructions
Butterfly chicken breasts in half and pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with salt, chili powder, and cracked pepper.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
Add mushrooms and garlic to the pan. Sauté until mushrooms are browned.
Stir in cream of mushroom soup and 1 cup of water. Whisk until smooth and bring to a boil.
Return chicken to the pan. Simmer for about 5 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
(Optional) For a thicker sauce: remove chicken, stir in cornstarch-water slurry, and simmer for 1 minute. Adjust consistency as needed.
Serve chicken with the creamy sauce over rice, mashed potatoes, or veggies.

Notes
Serving size: 4 oz. chicken + 95g sauce
Swap with cream of chicken soup if preferred.
Use any type of mushrooms you like.
Add slurry only if you want a thicker sauce.
Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 245kcal
- Sodium: 885mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 111mg
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FAQs About Baked Chicken with Cream of Mushroom
While this recipe simmers on the stove, you can bake it at 375°F for 20-25 minutes if you prefer oven cooking.
Pounding chicken to an even thickness and covering it with sauce helps retain moisture. Avoid overcooking.
Use chopped chicken, mushrooms, garlic, and broth. Simmer until tender. Add cream or a condensed soup for richness.
Sauté mushrooms and garlic, then stir in cream of mushroom soup and water. Whisk until smooth and heat until thickened.
Use a cornstarch slurry (cornstarch + water) added at the end and simmer until the sauce thickens.
Yes, both are interchangeable in most chicken dishes.
Absolutely! It adds creaminess and depth to chicken recipes.
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Final Thoughts on Baked Chicken with Cream of Mushroom
This baked chicken with cream of mushroom is a weeknight winner—easy, hearty, and loaded with flavor. Whether you serve it over rice, potatoes, or veggies, it’s a satisfying dinner the whole family will love. Try it tonight for a cozy, low-effort meal.