Supreme Chicken

Recipe View Prepare the Chicken: In a shallow dish, whisk together 4 tablespoons of flour, paprika, 1 teaspoon of salt, and pepper. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated. (Prep time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View Sear and Simmer: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the coated chicken breasts and brown on both sides. Add the water, cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. (Cook time: 35-40 minutes)

Recipe View Preheat Oven: While the chicken simmers, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Prepare the Sauce: Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it in a 9x13 inch baking dish, reserving the drippings in the skillet. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and half-and-half until smooth. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View Create the Magic: Pour the half-and-half mixture into the skillet with the reserved drippings. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and bubbles. Stir in the sliced mushrooms and lemon juice. (Cook time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View Bake: Pour the creamy mushroom sauce over the chicken breasts in the baking dish. Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the chicken is heated through. (Bake time: 30 minutes)

Recipe View Cheese it Up: Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken and bake for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. (Bake time: 3-5 minutes)

Recipe View Serve: Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with rice pilaf, roasted Brussels sprouts, or your favorite sides.