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Chicken Modiga is just an amazing Italian-American dish, full of flavor and creaminess in its sauce. You can definitely do this dish for both family dinners and any special occasion. With its tender chicken and creamy sauce, it will provide satisfaction to whoever tastes it. This simple guide will show you how to cook Chicken Modiga at home and enjoy a restaurant main course-like meal.
RECIPE INGREDIENTS
To make this delightful chicken modiga recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
Ingredients
- 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white wine, optional
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup shredded Provolone cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
MEASURES & PRECAUTIONS
- Measure all ingredients to ensure proper quantities.
- Handle the raw chicken carefully to avoid
cross-contamination. - Use a meat thermometer to ensure correct internal temperature of the chicken.
Chicken Modiga Recipe
INGREDIENTS NOTES
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In the event that you do not have Italian breadcrumbs on hand, you can easily make some by mixing regular breadcrumbs with Italian seasoning.
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White wine is optional but adds a good deal of depth to the dish.
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Fresh mushrooms work best in the recipe, but you could get away with canned mushrooms in a real pinch.
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix together the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
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Dredge chicken breasts in flour, dip in slightly beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
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Heat olive oil with butter in a big skillet over medium heat.
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Now, brown the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 34 minutes per side.
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Place the chicken breast in the baking dish.
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In the same skillet, add chicken broth, heavy cream, and white wine. Bring to a simmer.
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Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender.
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Spoon the sauce over chicken in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle shredded Provolone cheese on top.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 2530 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.
RECIPE TIPS & VARIATIONS
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For some heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes into the breadcrumb mixture.
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Try Mozzarella instead of Provolone cheese for a different flavor.
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Serve on pasta or rice to enjoy all that good sauce.
EQUIPMENT
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Shallow dish
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Large skillet
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Baking dish
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Meat thermometer
Note
SERVING TIPS 💡
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Servethe Chicken Modigahot and sprinkled with fresh parsley.
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Pair with a side salad and some garlic bread for a complete meal. Reheat leftovers in the oven or microwave.
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