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Seared chicken and mushrooms baked in a creamy sherry sauce with melted cheese for a no-fuss comfort meal.
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Updated on Fri, 21 Mar 2025 03:09:45 GMT
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I created this Chicken Gloria while trying to make my favorite casserole without using any packaged soups. The end result? A creamy, indulgent dish that's even better than what I remembered. There's something almost magical about the way the melted cheese mingles with that homemade mushroom sauce.

Crafted With Passion

The fresh components really shine in this meal. You'll notice amazing flavor building as the mushrooms and cream come together, and the chicken stays juicy after its quick pan sear. My family now asks for this cozy dinner more than anything else I make.

Your Ingredients

  • Chicken: 3 big chicken breasts, cut sideways to create 6 skinny cutlets.
  • Flour: To coat and help brown the chicken nicely.
  • Mushrooms: 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms that add meaty texture.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, chopped small for flavor backbone.
  • Sherry: 1/4 cup dry sherry to bring out deeper taste notes.
  • Cream: 1 cup heavy cream that makes everything silky smooth.
  • Cheese: 6 slices of Muenster cheese (swap in Gruyère, Provolone or Fontina if you want).
  • Seasonings: Salt and pepper to perk up all the flavors.
  • Olive Oil and Butter: For cooking chicken and giving mushrooms a nice golden touch.

Cooking Together

Prep Your Chicken
Add seasoning and roll in flour so they'll turn golden when you cook them.
Start The Foundation
Cook chicken till just done then toss in mushrooms to grab all those yummy bits from the pan.
Whip Up The Sauce
Splash in sherry before adding cream and watch it turn into something amazing.
Stack It Up
Put everything into your dish layer by layer add cheese on top and let it bubble away.
Ready To Enjoy
Let it cool down just a bit then dig into all that creamy deliciousness.
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Smart Cooking Advice

Always have a meat thermometer nearby for checking your chicken. Don't skimp on the cheese thickness as it's key for that gooey topping. Good quality tongs make handling everything so much easier.

Great Side Dishes

You'll want something to mop up that amazing sauce. We always go for buttery egg noodles or a pile of creamy mashed potatoes. Add some bright green veggies on the side to cut through all that richness.

Storage Ideas

This dish stays good in your fridge for several days just heat it slowly in the oven to keep everything smooth. I wouldn't put it in the freezer though as the sauce tends to split when you thaw it out.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s a good sherry alternative?
Try marsala wine instead. For no alcohol, mix extra chicken broth with a little vinegar.
→ What cheese melts the best?
Muenster’s great, but Swiss, Gruyere, or mozzarella work too. Pick something smooth-melting.
→ Why slice chicken thin?
Thinner cuts cook faster and more evenly. It also keeps the meat super tender.
→ Can I prep this early?
Yes, make everything ahead and bake just before eating for the freshest feel.
→ What’s the point of broiling?
It gives the cheese on top that golden crust! Just stay close to avoid overdoing it.

Creamy Chicken Bake

Tender chicken with mushrooms in a creamy sherry sauce, finished with melted cheese for a heartwarming meal.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes
By: Lily Chen

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 portions)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 Halve 3 large chicken breasts down the middle.
02 Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
03 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
04 4 tablespoons butter, split into two portions.
05 8 ounces of sliced cremini mushrooms.
06 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped.
07 Flour for coating, plus 2 extra tablespoons.
08 ½ cup of dry cooking sherry.
09 1½ cups of thick cream.
10 6 Muenster cheese slices.

Instructions

Step 01

Set your oven to 375°F. Slice and season the chicken, then lightly coat with some flour.

Step 02

In a mix of oil and butter, brown the chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side. Put it in a baking dish.

Step 03

Cook mushrooms in butter until golden, then layer them in the baking dish.

Step 04

Stir butter, garlic, and flour together to make a roux. Pour in sherry and cream, stirring until it thickens.

Step 05

Cover the chicken and mushrooms with sauce, place cheese slices on top. Bake covered for 20 minutes, then broil until golden brown.

Notes

  1. Sherry can be replaced with marsala if you want.
  2. Any cheese that melts nicely works for this.
  3. Keep a close eye while broiling to avoid burning.

Tools You'll Need

  • A big frying pan.
  • A 9x13 baking dish.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains dairy (cheese and cream).
  • Includes wheat from the flour.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 568
  • Total Fat: 43 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
  • Protein: 33 g