Chicken Gloria Classic Bake (Printer-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken, creamy mushroom sauce, and melted cheese come together in this classic comforting casserole.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Protein
01 -
680 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
→ Coating
02 -
43 grams all-purpose flour
→ Fats
03 -
45 milliliters olive oil
04 -
28 grams unsalted butter
→ Vegetables
05 -
227 grams mushrooms, thinly sliced
→ Liquids
06 -
120 milliliters sherry wine
→ Prepared Ingredients
07 -
1 can (510 grams) cream of mushroom soup
→ Cheese
08 -
6 slices Swiss or Muenster cheese
→ Herbs & Seasonings
09 -
Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 -
Set the oven to 177°C (350°F). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
02 -
Pat chicken dry. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Lightly coat each piece with flour, shaking off excess.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken pieces about 2 minutes per side until golden but not fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
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Melt butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until softened and golden, about 5 minutes.
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Pour sherry wine into the skillet, scraping up browned bits with a spatula. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
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Stir cream of mushroom soup into the mushroom and sherry mixture. Mix thoroughly until smooth and heated through.
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Arrange browned chicken evenly in the baking dish. Pour the mushroom sauce over the chicken. Top each piece with one slice of Swiss or Muenster cheese.
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Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes at 177°C (350°F).
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Remove foil and broil for 1 to 2 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
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Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
# Handy Cooking Tips:
01 -
For best results, use fresh mushrooms and avoid overcooking chicken during browning to retain moisture and flavor.