At a glance

Read through the method once, then prep the ingredients in the order listed.

• Yield: Serves 4
• Prep time: 20 minutes
• Cook time: 25 minutes

For the most consistent result, use the listed weights when available; household measures are rounded.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Serving basis: One serving from the final reviewed yield of Serves 4.

• Calories: 430 kcal
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbohydrates: 10 g
• Fat: 31 g
• Sodium: 677 mg

Estimated from the listed ingredients and serving yield using USDA FoodData Central. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, cooking losses, oil absorption, and portion size.

Creamy Chicken

Have these measured and ready before you begin.

• 1 pound (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 400 g button mushrooms (14 oz), sliced
• 1 kapya pepper, sliced (substitute 1 red bell pepper)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil over medium-high and sear the chicken until lightly browned but not fully cooked; transfer to a plate.

2. Add the onion to the skillet and cook until softened.

3. Add the mushrooms and cook until their liquid evaporates.

4. Add the sliced red pepper and sauté until tender-crisp.

5. Return the chicken, add the cream, oregano, black pepper, and salt, and simmer gently until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Sources

1. USDA FoodData Central — April 2026 data release