Easy Chicken Breast with Cream of Chicken Recipe
This Easy Chicken Breast with Cream of Chicken recipe offers a quick, comforting meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful cream of chicken soup sauce, accented with paprika, mixed herbs, broccoli florets, and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon mixed herbs
Vegetables
- 150g broccoli florets
Sauce and Topping
- 400g cream of chicken soup
- 50g shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and halve them lengthwise to create thinner pieces for quicker cooking and more even heat distribution.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken with paprika and mixed herbs, seasoning both sides evenly to enhance the flavor profile of the dish.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and nearly cooked through.
- Add Broccoli and Soup: Add the broccoli florets around the chicken in the skillet, then pour the cream of chicken soup evenly over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Simmer the Mixture: Reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let the chicken cook gently in the sauce for an additional 7-10 minutes until the broccoli is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Add Cheese and Finish Cooking: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the chicken and broccoli. Cover again and cook for 2-3 minutes more until the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamy chicken and broccoli hot, perfect alongside rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- Halving the chicken breasts helps them cook faster and stay juicy.
- You can substitute broccoli with other vegetables like green beans or asparagus if preferred.
- Use low-sodium cream of chicken soup for a healthier option.
- Ensure the skillet is covered during simmering to keep moisture locked in for tender results.
- For a thicker sauce, cook uncovered for a few minutes after adding cheese to reduce excess liquid.
Keywords: chicken breast, cream of chicken soup, easy chicken recipe, stovetop chicken, broccoli chicken casserole
