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Basil Cream Chicken

Name: Basil Cream Chicken
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6-8 servings.
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed; 1-1/3 cups finely chopped green onions; 1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1/2 cup butter, cubed; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; Hot cooked fettuccine

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Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

6-8 servings

Updated: Oct. 13, 2022

My family likes basil, and this dish is our favorite. The basil flavor complements the rich, creamy sauce.—Billie Vaughan, Slinger, Wisconsin

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Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1-1/3 cups finely chopped green onions
1 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Hot cooked fettuccine

Directions

In a skillet, saute the chicken, onions and mushrooms in oil until the chicken is no longer pink.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually add broth and cream. Stir in basil and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chicken mixture. Serve over fettuccine.

Basil Cream Chicken

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