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This scratch-made casserole combines pan-seared chicken and mushrooms with a rich sherry cream sauce, all baked under melted cheese for the ultimate comfort dish.
Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:12:29 GMT
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This Chicken Gloria originated from my quest to recreate a beloved casserole without using canned soups. The result is a rich creamy dish that surpasses the original. When that melty cheese combines with the homemade mushroom sauce it creates pure comfort food magic.

Made With Love

Using fresh ingredients makes such a difference in this dish. The sauce develops incredible depth as you layer those mushrooms and cream while the seared chicken stays perfectly tender. It's become our family's most requested comfort meal.

What You'll Need

  • Chicken: 3 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise to make 6 thinner cutlets.
  • Flour: For dredging and achieving a light, golden sear on the chicken.
  • Mushrooms: 8 ounces of cremini mushrooms, sliced, for an earthy and meaty texture.
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced, for savory depth.
  • Sherry: 1/4 cup dry sherry, adding a subtle richness to the sauce.
  • Cream: 1 cup heavy cream, for a luxurious sauce consistency.
  • Cheese: 6 slices of Muenster cheese, or substitutes like Gruyère, Provolone, or Fontina.
  • Seasonings: Salt and pepper to taste, for enhancing the dish's flavors.
  • Olive Oil and Butter: For pan-searing the chicken and sautéing the mushrooms.

Let's Make It Together

Get Your Chicken Ready
Season and flour those cutlets they'll get nice and golden in the pan.
Build the Base
Sear your chicken until it's just right then start those mushrooms in all those tasty bits left behind.
Create the Sauce
Let that sherry work its magic before adding the cream watch it turn into liquid gold.
Layer of Love
Stack everything in your baking dish top with cheese and let it get bubbly in the oven.
Time to Feast
Give it a few minutes to rest then serve up all that creamy goodness.
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Kitchen Tips

Keep your thermometer handy for perfectly cooked chicken. Those thick slices of cheese make all the difference in getting that perfect melty top. Good tongs help manage everything with ease.

Perfect Partners

That creamy sauce begs for something to soak it up. We love serving it over egg noodles or fluffy mashed potatoes. A bright green vegetable on the side balances all the richness.

Keep It Fresh

The leftovers keep beautifully in the fridge for a few days warm them gently in the oven to keep everything creamy. I wouldn't freeze this one though the sauce won't be quite the same when thawed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Can I substitute the sherry?
Yes, marsala wine works well as a substitute. For alcohol-free version, use additional chicken broth with a splash of vinegar.
→ What cheese works best?
Muenster is traditional, but Swiss, Gruyere, or mozzarella also work well. Choose a cheese that melts smoothly.
→ Why cut chicken lengthwise?
Cutting breasts lengthwise creates thinner cutlets that cook more quickly and evenly. This also ensures tender meat.
→ Can I make this ahead?
You can prepare the components ahead but assemble and bake just before serving for best results.
→ Why broil at the end?
Broiling creates a golden brown cheese crust on top. Watch carefully to prevent burning.

Chicken Gloria

A comforting chicken casserole featuring tender chicken cutlets and mushrooms in a sherry cream sauce, topped with melty cheese.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
60 Minutes

Category: Hearty Mains

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 portions)

Dietary: Low-Carb

Ingredients

01 3 large chicken breasts, halved lengthwise.
02 Salt and pepper to taste.
03 1 tablespoon olive oil.
04 4 tablespoons butter, divided.
05 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced.
06 2 cloves garlic, minced.
07 Flour for dredging plus 2 tablespoons.
08 ½ cup dry sherry.
09 1½ cups heavy cream.
10 6 slices Muenster cheese.

Instructions

Step 01

Preheat oven to 375°F. Cut and season chicken, dredge in flour.

Step 02

Brown chicken in oil and butter 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to casserole.

Step 03

Sauté mushrooms in butter until seared, add to casserole.

Step 04

Make roux with butter, flour, garlic. Add sherry and cream until thickened.

Step 05

Pour sauce over chicken, top with cheese. Bake covered 20 minutes, then broil until browned.

Notes

  1. Can use marsala instead of sherry.
  2. Various melting cheeses work well.
  3. Watch carefully while broiling.

Tools You'll Need

  • Large skillet.
  • 9x13 casserole dish.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy (cream, cheese).
  • Wheat (flour).

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 568
  • Total Fat: 43 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 8 g
  • Protein: 33 g