Description
Savor the rich flavors of seared chicken chops topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions, creating a comforting meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick-cut boneless chicken chops
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure perfectly cooked chicken chops with a golden crust.
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop the bacon (if using) into bite-sized pieces. Slice the mushrooms and onion, and mince the garlic.
- Cook the Bacon (Optional): In a large skillet over medium heat, add chopped bacon. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet with bacon drippings (or just olive oil if not using), add sliced onions and mushrooms. Sauté until tender and lightly browned—about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Cook the Chicken Chops: Season chicken chops with salt and pepper on both sides. In another pan or using the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear chicken chops for about 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a lovely golden crust.
- Combine Everything: Transfer seared chicken chops back into the skillet with sautéed vegetables (and bacon if used). Bake in preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F).
- Serve: Plate your savory mushroom-chicken chops and drizzle any sauce from the skillet over them before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken chop (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider topping your dish with shredded cheese during baking. Feel free to swap mushrooms for spinach or incorporate your favorite herbs like thyme or rosemary for additional flavor.