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Creamy Baked Chicken Mushroom

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A comforting dish combining tender chicken legs and a rich, creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken legs These flavorful cuts provide a juicy and hearty base.
  • 300 grams cream of mushroom soup This key ingredient gives the sauce a rich, creamy texture.
  • 120 millilitres whole milk Adds creaminess to the sauce.
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped Provides aromatic flavor.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds fragrant depth of flavor.
  • Salt, to taste Enhances flavors.
  • Black pepper, to taste Adds a hint of spice.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Introduces smokiness.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for searing the chicken.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped For garnishing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and milk until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Pat the chicken legs dry using paper towels and season them with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken legs and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer in a baking dish. Distribute the sautéed onions and garlic over the chicken.
  7. Pour the mushroom soup mixture over the chicken and aromatics in the baking dish.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is bubbling.
  10. Sprinkle fresh parsley over the finished dish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcal

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken legs in olive oil, salt, and paprika before cooking. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. This dish freezes well for up to 2 months. You can enhance it with other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.

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