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Creamy Baked Chicken Mushroom

Indulge in the savory goodness of Creamy Baked Chicken Mushroom, featuring tender chicken legs and a rich, creamy mushroom sauce that’s ideal for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken legs
  • 300 grams cream of mushroom soup
  • 120 millilitres whole milk
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) for even cooking.
  2. Whisk together the cream of mushroom soup and whole milk until smooth. Set aside.
  3. Pat the chicken legs dry with a paper towel and season generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  4. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken legs on all sides until golden brown. Transfer to a plate.
  5. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Arrange the chicken legs in a single layer in a baking dish, then distribute the sautéed onions and garlic evenly over them.
  7. Pour the mushroom soup mixture over the chicken and aromatics, ensuring even coating.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked.
  10. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the finished dish before serving.

Notes

For a deeper flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic, salt, and paprika for a few hours. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: baked chicken, creamy mushroom sauce, chicken dinner