Description
This Cream of Chicken Soup Chicken Breasts recipe offers a creamy, juicy, and irresistible way to enjoy tender chicken cutlets simmered in a flavorful sauce made from condensed cream of chicken soup, mixed vegetables, and Italian seasoning. It’s perfect for an easy weeknight dinner that feels comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless skinless
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
Vegetables & Sauce
- 1/2 medium onion, chopped
- 1 heaping cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- Chopped parsley, optional, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Season both sides of the chicken evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder for flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, add the chicken cutlets and cook each side for 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté Onions: Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining butter and the chopped onions to the skillet. Cook them for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onions are softened and lightly browned, creating a flavorful base.
- Add Vegetables and Seasoning: Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and Italian seasoning. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring often, to warm the vegetables and distribute the seasoning evenly.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and condensed cream of chicken soup. Stir continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and fully combined, forming a creamy sauce.
- Simmer with Chicken: Reduce the heat to medium-low and return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with any juices on the plate. Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the vegetables are tender. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or water to adjust the consistency.
- Finish and Serve: Taste the sauce and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh touch, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy, juicy chicken.
Notes
- Condensed soup often contains a lot of salt; opt for low-sodium chicken broth or soup versions if you want to control the saltiness.
- Taste before adding extra salt at the end to avoid over-seasoning.
- Cutting chicken breasts thinly helps them cook quickly and stay juicy.
- If the sauce thickens too much during simmering, loosen it with additional broth or water.
