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Chicken Gloria Casserole

A creamy, cheesy casserole featuring tender chicken, golden mushrooms, and a hint of sherry wine. This classic dish is comfort food at its best and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 chicken breasts boneless and skinless, longitudinally halved
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 8 ounces mushrooms thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup sherry wine
  • 1 can 18 ounces cream of mushroom soup
  • 6 slices Swiss or Muenster cheese
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley for garnish
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease or line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  • Season and Prepare Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Brown the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and brown on both sides (no need to cook through at this stage). Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown. Deglaze the skillet by pouring in the sherry wine and cooking for 1-2 minutes.
  • Prepare the Sauce: Stir the cream of mushroom soup into the skillet with the mushrooms and sherry, mixing well. Heat until the sauce is evenly warmed.
  • Assemble the Casserole: Arrange the browned chicken pieces in the prepared baking dish. Pour the mushroom and soup sauce over the chicken. Top each piece of chicken with a slice of Swiss or Muenster cheese.
  • Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. After baking, remove the foil and broil for 1-2 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  • Rest and Garnish: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.