Ideal Meal: Baked Chicken Breast with Mushrooms, Potatoes, and Cheese

Create a memorable dinner with this exquisite recipe that combines tender chicken fillets, savory mushrooms, potatoes, and melted cheese. Paired with a refreshing mixed salad drizzled with tangy balsamic sauce, this dish is sure to impress.

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken fillets
  • 4-5 potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • Parchment paper
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 200 grams mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 150 grams cheese, shredded (choose your favorite melting cheese)
  • Mixed salad, for serving
  • 2 tomatoes, sliced
  • Balsamic sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
    • Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the Potatoes and Onions:
    • Spread the sliced potatoes and onions evenly on the prepared baking tray.
    • Lightly coat with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
    • Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes begin to soften.
  3. Prepare the Chicken and Mushrooms:
    • While the potatoes and onions are baking, season the chicken fillets with salt and pepper.
    • In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium-high heat.
    • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
    • Add the chicken fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown but not cooked through.
    • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
    • In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté until they are tender and have released their moisture.
  4. Combine and Bake:
    • Remove the baking tray from the oven.
    • Place the partially cooked chicken fillets on top of the potatoes and onions.
    • Add the sautéed mushrooms on top of the chicken.
    • Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the entire dish.
    • Return the tray to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Prepare the Salad:
    • In a bowl, mix the sliced tomatoes with the mixed salad greens.
    • In a small jar, combine balsamic sauce, mustard, olive oil, and honey. Shake well to combine.
    • Drizzle the balsamic dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
  6. Serve:
    • Remove the chicken and vegetable bake from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
    • Serve the chicken fillets with the baked potatoes, mushrooms, and a side of the mixed salad.

Conclusion

This perfect dinner of chicken fillet with mushrooms, potatoes, and cheese, baked to golden perfection, is a delicious and satisfying meal. The accompanying mixed salad with a tangy balsamic dressing adds a refreshing touch, making this dish a well-rounded and delightful dining experience. Enjoy this elegant yet simple recipe with your family or guests!