Chicken Gloria
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6
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Calories
349 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Gloria
Description
Chicken Gloria begins by seasoning and flouring boneless, skinless chicken breasts which are then browned in oil to develop flavor and color. The sauce is prepared by cooking fresh cremini mushrooms in butter, deglazing the pan with sherry wine, and combining this with a can of cream of mushroom soup to create a creamy, flavorful topping.
The partially cooked chicken is placed in a baking dish and covered with the mushroom sauce. The dish is topped with slices of Muenster or Swiss cheese, covering the chicken evenly. It is covered with foil and baked to finish cooking the chicken through. Removing the foil and broiling at the end creates a golden, bubbly cheese crust.
This casserole balances the tender texture of the chicken breasts with the earthy, slightly sweet mushroom sauce and melted cheese topping. It is often garnished with fresh parsley for color. The dish pairs well with sides like steamed vegetables, rice, or potatoes to complement its richness.
The recipe allows for substituting dry white wine or chicken broth with vinegar if sherry is not available. Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for juicier results. The dish can be assembled ahead and refrigerated, extending the bake time slightly when cooking from cold. It may be frozen but the sauce can separate, so gentle reheating is recommended.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless, cut in half lengthwise (about 3 breasts
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 8 ounce mushrooms fresh, I used cremini mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup sherry wine
- 18 ounce cream of mushroom soup 1 can
- 6 lices Muenster cheese or Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Add the flour to a shallow dish. Coat both sides of the chicken with flour; shake off excess flour.
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Brown chicken on both sides. Note that the chicken doesn't have to be cooked thoroughly because it will finish cooking in the oven. Transfer chicken to a 13x9 inch baking dish.
- Add the butter to the same skillet and melt over medium high heat. Add mushrooms and season a bit with salt and pepper. Cook mushrooms until golden brown. Stir in sherry and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Stir in soup and cook until thoroughly heated.
- Pour the mushroom sauce over the chicken and top with cheese so that the entire casserole is topped with cheese.
- Cover dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, turn oven to broil and remove foil from dish; broil for a couple minutes to brown the cheese, making sure you don't burn it.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Traditional sherry wine adds distinctive flavor; substitute dry white wine or chicken broth with vinegar if needed.
- Both boneless skinless chicken breasts and thighs work; thighs yield juicier results.
- Searing chicken only cooks it partially but is essential for developing flavor and color.
- Use sliced Muenster or Swiss cheese rather than pre-shredded to achieve a better melt and texture.
- Broiling after baking creates a golden cheese crust but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Assemble in advance and refrigerate up to 24 hours; increase baking time when cooking chilled chicken.
- Freezing is possible though the sauce might separate; reheat gently and stir before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 349kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 1064mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 573mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 421IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 214mg | 21% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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