36 Recipes for People Who Love Chicken and Mushrooms

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36 Recipes for People Who Love Chicken and Mushrooms2/36 Chicken & Mushroom Alfredo 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Mushroom Alfredo Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Everyone in my family loves when I make this dinner…even my kids! What’s great about this recipe is that you can add vegetables you have on hand to make it heartier, such as corn, peas, or diced red bell pepper. —Monica Werner, Temecula, California 3/36 Chicken Risotto 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Abbey Littlejohn for Taste

You’ll savor every bite

of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Portobello mushrooms add an earthy flavor to this creamy classic, while shredded rotisserie chicken makes it a snap to prepare. You’ll savor every bite. —Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 22 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 981mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein. 4/36 Chicken with Mushroom Gravy 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chicken with Mushroom Gravy Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 25 min Servings 4

“It’s so easy, comforting and rich.”

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This deliciously moist chicken is a longtime favorite with family and friends of Darolyn Jones in Fishers, Indiana. “It’s so easy, comforting and rich.” she says. “A friend shared the recipe years ago, and I adapted it by adding a few new ingredients. I like to serve it over mashed potatoes or rice.” Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 469 calories, 26g fat (15g saturated fat), 168mg cholesterol, 1740mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 42g protein. 5/36 Lemon Mushroom Chicken 28 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Mushroom Chicken Recipe photo by Taste

The best part?

of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s a lot of flavor in this dish. The best part? It doesn’t seem light at all! —Carrie Palmquist, Canova, South Dakota Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/4 cup sauce: 213 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 368mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch. 6/36 Cashew Chicken 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Chicken with Ginger Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6

We love the flavor from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews

servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There are lots of recipes for cashew chicken, but my family thinks this one stands alone. We love the flavor from the fresh ginger and the crunch of the cashews. Another plus is it’s easy to prepare. —Oma Rollison, El Cajon, California Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup chicken mixture: 349 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 650mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 fat, 1 starch. 7/36 Baked Chicken and Mushrooms 37 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Baked Chicken and Mushrooms

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat

Recipe photo by Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I made up this dish years ago, and it still remains the family’s favorite healthy baked chicken recipes. It’s a fast weeknight meal, but the fresh mushrooms and sherry make it special enough for a weekend dinner party. —Lise Prestine of South Bend, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 215 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 604mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 8/36

Chicken breasts stay nice and moist tucked under a blanket of melted cheese

Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms 93 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spinach and Mushroom Smothered Chicken Recipe photo by Sarah Tramonte for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken breasts stay nice and moist tucked under a blanket of melted cheese. It’s extra special to serve but is not tricky to make. —Katrina Wagner, Grain Valley, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 203 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 210mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 9/36

People think I went to a lot of trouble when I serve these packets

Chicken Foil Packets 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Veggie Packets Recipe photo by Jackie Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: People think I went to a lot of trouble when I serve these packets. Individual aluminum foil pouches hold in the juices during baking to keep the herbed chicken moist and tender. The foil saves time and makes cleanup a breeze. —Edna Shaffer, Beulah, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 175 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber),

25g protein

25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable. 10/36 Chicken Alfredo Pizza 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Rich Chicken Alfredo Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 1 pizza (8 pieces) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Had a full day of sledding, shopping or decorating? Settle in for a family-pleasing meal of homemade pizza. With a prebaked crust and simple Alfredo sauce, it’s easy and delicious. —Tammy Hanks, Gainsville, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 large slice: 391 calories, 26g fat (15g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber),

18g protein

18g protein. 11/36 Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms 31 Reviews Chicken Merlot with Mushrooms Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Slow cooked and savory, this dish is perfect for any night of the week, and is sure to become a staple in your home.–Shelli McWilliam of Salem, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 5 ounces cooked chicken with 1/2 cup sauce: 310 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 373mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 starch. 12/36

Oregano, garlic and a light wine sauce add lovely flavor

Artichoke Chicken Pasta 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Artichoke Chicken Pasta Recipe photo by Ruthie Darling for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a colorful, delicious chicken dish that’s easy enough for weeknights, yet special enough for guests. Oregano, garlic and a light wine sauce add lovely flavor. —Cathy Dick, Roanoke, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 378 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 668mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 2 vegetable, 1 fat. 13/36 Chicken

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Mushroom Stew 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 4 hours 20 min Servings 6 servings (2 qt.) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The flavors blend beautifully in this pot of chicken, vegetables and herbs as it simmers slowly. —Kenny Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 237 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 14/36 Homey Chicken Noodle Soup 8 Reviews Contest Winner Homey Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1

Chicken noodle soup brings back memories of childhood

hour 5 min Servings 6 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Chicken noodle soup brings back memories of childhood. This revamped version with a healthy twist is a favorite at my house, especially after we’ve been working outside on a cool day. It takes the chill off.—Cynthia LaFourcade, Salmon, Idaho Nutrition Facts: 1-3/4 cups: 381 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 128mg cholesterol, 1104mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. 15/36 Pancetta and Mushroom-Stuffed Chicken Breast 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: I was inspired by a stuffed chicken Marsala dish I had at a restaurant and wanted to come up with my own version using a different flavor profile. —Ashley Laymon, Lititz, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 stuffed chicken breast half: 420 calories, 25g fat (6g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 1013mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein. 16/36 Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce 39 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken in Sour Cream Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 15 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender

This is an excellent entree for your family or guests

chicken is deliciously dressed up in a flavorful cream sauce with fresh mushrooms. This is an excellent entree for your family or guests. —Jane Carlovsky, Sebring, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half : 317 calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 118mg cholesterol, 1065mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. 17/36 Chicken Cacciatore 36 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Cacciatore Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This chicken cacciatore recipe makes a good Sunday dinner, since the recipe is

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