Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
Here is an easy, creamy chicken dish you can make at home.
introduction
This recipe makes a rich, creamy chicken with mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes. It feels like a steakhouse meal but you cook it at home. If you like similar chicken dishes, you can look at the LongHorn Parmesan Chicken recipe for another idea: LongHorn Parmesan Chicken recipe.
why make this recipe
This meal is simple and full of flavor.
You need common ingredients and little prep.
It cooks in one skillet and makes a nice sauce.
Kids and adults both like it.
how to make Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
Cook the chicken in a skillet and make the sauce in the same pan. Sauté garlic and mushrooms first, add sun-dried tomatoes and broth, then the chicken. Finish with cream and Parmesan. For a different flavor twist, see a sweet-spicy idea in the artisan hot honey feta chicken recipe: artisan hot honey feta chicken.
Ingredients :
- 4 Chicken breasts, boneless skinless
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Directions :
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are tender.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until they are browned on both sides.
- Reduce the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and let it melt.
- Serve warm.
how to serve Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
Serve the chicken with pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Add steamed vegetables or a green salad on the side.
Spoon the creamy sauce over the chicken and the side.
how to store Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
Let the dish cool to room temperature.
Put it in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Reheat gently on low heat or in the microwave until hot.
You can freeze the cooked chicken and sauce for up to 2 months in a freezer container.
tips to make Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
Pat the chicken dry before you brown it to get a nice color.
Use low heat when you add the cream so it does not split.
Taste and adjust salt and pepper at the end.
If you want a meal for a crowd, make a larger pan and warm in the oven.
For more oven-baked meal ideas, try this BBQ chicken and cornbread bake: BBQ chicken and cornbread bake.
variation (if any)
Add fresh spinach to the sauce until wilted.
Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter sauce.
Add a splash of white wine with the broth for a deeper flavor.
Swap mushrooms for asparagus for a different texture.
FAQs
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Yes. Bone-in thighs need more cooking time. Boneless thighs work like breasts.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: You can use coconut cream or a dairy-free cream substitute, but the flavor will change.
Q: How can I thicken the sauce?
A: Let it simmer uncovered until it reduces. Or stir in a small mix of cornstarch and water.
Q: Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried?
A: Yes. Use chopped fresh tomatoes but reduce extra broth a little.
Conclusion
This homemade Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher gives you a creamy, mushroom and sun-dried tomato sauce with tender chicken. You can compare this home version to the restaurant menu item at Morton’s Chicken Christopher on the restaurant menu. If you want another home recipe version, see a tested recipe on Food.com at Chicken Christopher recipe on Food.com.
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Morton’s Steakhouse Chicken Christopher
A rich, creamy chicken dish with mushrooms and sun-dried tomatoes, reminiscent of a steakhouse meal.
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken breasts, boneless skinless
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
- Reduce heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese on top and let it melt.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Pat the chicken dry before browning for better color. Use low heat when adding cream to avoid splitting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken, creamy sauce, skillet meal, steakhouse recipe, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes
