How to Make Grandma's Chicken Chardon - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the comforting taste of a home-cooked meal, and Grandma's Chicken Chardon is a classic recipe that never fails to delight. This dish has been passed down through generations in my family, and it always brings back memories of Sunday dinners at Grandma's house. The tender, juicy chicken is coated in a crispy, golden crust, and the creamy mushroom sauce adds a depth of flavor that is truly irresistible.

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Ingredients

  • 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh parsley

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a shallow bowl, beat the egg with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. In a separate dish, mix bread crumbs with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder and Parmesan cheese. Set aside.
  • Mix together the melted butter and lemon juice. Pour about 2/3 of the butter mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Tilt pan to coat the bottom. Spread mushrooms in an even layer in the bottom of the dish. Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then into the bread crumb mixture. Place on top of the mushrooms. Drizzle remaining butter over the chicken, and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear.
  • Nutrition

    281 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 110mg
    • Sodium: 334mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 101mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 445mg