Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce | Slimming Eats Recipes (2024)

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Most creamy sauces involve dairy of some sort. So when you think dairy free, you think oh no you can't possibly create a creamy sauce - wrong!! You can and this sauce is amazing.

I had to do a stint of dairy and gluten free for a little while for health reasons and that in turn meant I had to get really creative in the kitchen, so that I didn't miss out on foods I loved.

I soon realised that there are a huge amount of people out there, whocan not consume certain ingredients - gluten and dairy being the main ones, and so I got lots of messages of thanks, when recipes that were free of these ingredients started appearing on my blog.

Since then, where possible, if I can suggest a gluten/dairy free option I will on the majority of my recipes and occasionally like this recipe here, create it totally free of those ingredients just because it tastes damn good.

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When I make this Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce, I often like to serve it with my Roasted Cauliflower rice -if you haven't yet tried this you really must, it's a great way to add speed foods to your plate.

If the only time you have tried cauliflower rice was by cooking it in the microwave and hated it, then you really need to give it another try. The flavour it takes on when roasted is delicious and served against the creamy mushroom sauce of this chicken dish, it's a perfect combination.

Of course if you really do not want the cauliflower you can serve this Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce, with any side you like.

So how do you make a creamy sauce without dairy? - the key is coconut milk and please use the full fat stuff that comes in a can - but wait, I hear you shout, we can't have full fat on Slimming Eats. Well actually we can have anything we like, and despite the full fat, the small amount you need for this recipe is really not too high in calories. It's totally worth it.

I like to use Aroy-d coconut milk as the ingredients are just coconut extract and water, some coconut milks have stabilisers in them and all kind of other ingredients, also the coconut extract to water ratio can vary, so different coconut milks will have different values.

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Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Yield: SERVES 2

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, raw (approx 170g each)
  • ½ onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, crushed
  • 200g (7oz) of mushrooms, sliced
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) of coconut milk, canned (or can use single cream or half and half)
  • ⅔ cup (180ml) of chicken stock
  • 1 teaspoon of wholegrain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, arrowroot or tapioca flour
  • salt and black pepper to season
  • low calorie spray

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts in between some cling film and flatten with a meat mallet.
  2. Season well with salt and black pepper.
  3. Spray a frying pan over a medium high heat with some spray oil. Add the onion and fry to soften. Add the garlic and fry for a further few mins.
  4. Add the mushrooms and a little more spray oil and continue to fry until mushrooms are golden.
  5. In the meantime, spray another frying pan with some spray oil and add the flattened chicken breasts, frying on each side until golden and cooked through.
  6. When mushrooms are golden, stir in the mustard, stock and coconut milk.
  7. Add the starch to a small bowl and mix to a paste with a little water. Add this into the mushrooms and keep stirring under a low heat until the sauce starts to thicken. Season as needed with salt and black pepper
  8. Serve the sauce over the chicken breasts with your choice of sides. I served with sauteed spinach and cauliflower rice.
  9. Enjoy

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Nutrition Information

Yield 2Serving Size 1 SERVING
Amount Per ServingCalories 320Total Fat 8gSaturated Fat 5gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 127mgSodium 265mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 2gSugar 5gProtein 46g

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    Absolutely amazing tasty dish

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Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce | Slimming Eats Recipes (2024)

FAQs

How long does creamy mushroom sauce last in the fridge? ›

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Sauce Storage Instructions

This delicious sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.

What is a thickening agent for mushroom sauce? ›

What can I use to thicken the creamy mushroom sauce? It's best to let the cream sauce reduce on its own until it thickens without any cornstarch or flour. This also gives you the best and smoothest texture. But you can also dissolve 1-2 teaspoons of cornstarch in 1 tablespoon of water to add to the sauce.

Can you freeze creamy mushroom sauce? ›

TO STORE: Store leftover mushroom sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. TO REHEAT: Warm the sauce in a saucepan set over medium-low heat or microwave it until it's warmed through. TO FREEZE: Transfer the mushroom sauce to an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

What to serve with chicken breast? ›

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  • 3 / 5. Garlicky Parmesan Sweet Potatoes. ...
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  • 5 / 5. Potato, Squash & Goat Cheese Gratin.

Can I use Alfredo sauce a week after opening? ›

Once opened, it's best to use your jar of pasta sauce in about five to six days. For sauces that contain dairy, like Alfredo or other cream sauces, it's best to stick to three or four days. Unlike bread or other foods, mold is less of a concern — of course, if you leave that jar long enough, mold will certainly grow.

Can canned cream of mushroom go bad? ›

According to the USDA Food Inspection Service, canned foods are safe indefinitely as long as they are not exposed to freezing temperatures, or temperatures above 90 °F (32.2° C). If the cans look ok, they are safe to use. Discard cans that are dented, rusted, or swollen.

How do professional chefs thicken sauce? ›

Wheat flour is used extensively in professional kitchens as a thickening agent. Although it can be combined with water to create a whitewash, it is more commonly mixed with fat, which surrounds the starch granules and prevents clumping when added to hot liquids.

How to thicken mushroom sauce without cornstarch? ›

Make a roux with a bit of flour to help thicken the sauce. Add milk, stir to work out any lumps of flour, and cook until thickened. Stir in some parmesan, pour your mushroom sauce over pasta/chicken/etc., and enjoy!

What is the best flour for thickening sauces? ›

Cornstarch, tapioca starch (also known as tapioca flour), arrowroot, potato starch and plain old wheat flour are typical options. Which one you grab depends on what you're making and will ultimately affect how you use it, as well as the appearance and texture of the food.

What is a substitute for white wine in mushroom sauce? ›

Broth. Chicken or vegetable broth is a great white wine substitute, as it adds both liquid and flavor. If using a store-bought broth, opt for low-sodium or no sodium so that you don't throw off the salt content of the dish.

What is mushroom cream sauce made of? ›

Gather the ingredients. Whisk condensed soup, milk, soy sauce, parsley, black pepper, Italian seasoning, chili powder, and sugar in a saucepan until smooth. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

How do you preserve creamy sauce? ›

Luckily, it's also very easy to freeze sauces. Most sauces freeze well, including tomato-based sauces, meat sauces and even creamy alfredo and bechamel sauces. Freezing is one of the easiest methods for persevering freshly made sauces in your kitchen.

How many chicken breast should I eat a day? ›

The 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) Healthy U.S.-Style Eating Pattern recommends the average person eat 26 ounces of poultry (including chicken) per week. Per day, this would be roughly the same as eating 3.5 ounces of chicken breast.

Can you eat chicken every day? ›

Even if you commit to only consuming chicken cooked in a healthy way and not pairing it with any sauces high in sodium or sugar, both dietitians recommend only having it a few times a week.

How long does cream-based sauce last in the fridge? ›

How long can cream-based sauces last in the fridge? 7 days is the recommended time in the fridge for cream-based sauces. The reason being is usually the cream-based sauces have ingredients that are better in the cold than a tomato, such as heavy cream.

How long does creamy mushroom soup last in the fridge? ›

Mushroom soup can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Wait for the soup to fully cool before. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in a microwave.

How long will mushroom pasta last in the fridge? ›

Leftovers. This mushroom pasta will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container. To reheat, simply add a few tablespoons of water to add some moisture, then cover it, and put it in the microwave for about 3 minutes on medium.

How long does it take for sauce to go bad in the fridge? ›

If you've ever wondered how long does pasta sauce last in the fridge, you're not alone. Homemade pasta sauce can be kept in the fridge for three to four days and store-bought sauce can last for up to four days.

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