Chicken & Mushrooms Recipe - Almost Naked Breasts!

[AveragePope]

Do you remove the tendon from the tenderloin? 

[theMilkz]

i bombarded this with salt. :l

[Zephilindrum]

Another good alternative for this recipe is to use bone-in chicken thighs(which have much more flavor). Sear them on both sides, sautee the mushrooms really well, probably longer than he did so they get nice and crusty. Then before you put it in the oven, flip the chicken skin side down and then cover it with either a lid or foil. The steam that condenses in that pan will become the liquid you need to extend the juices later so you don't need to add as much afterwards.

[Zephilindrum]

Marco Pierre White's been taking the minimalist approach since the 1980s. He's a good reference for this same philosophy. We don't really need gravies that are super thick due to a roux. Butter has a strong flavor of its own and its only use in sauces is to enrich it and emulsify it, so use a few drops (literally drops) of cream instead. Cream is a neutral flavor so it stabilizes the sauce better without taking away from the main food's natural flavors.

[Funkyman391]

I'm so having a big man crush with you right now Chef John! i made this today for supper but I had to add chicken broth instead of water as I didn't have the fancy stainless steel pan that goes in the oven. It turned out fantastic! i haven't made chicken that actually taste like chicken in a reaally long time. Thank you so much for the recipe!

[anshgupta23]

VOICE CRACK AT 2:03 "160"

[mahtay2000]

Nah, mate-the parsley COUNTS!!!!!!

[Cruto94]

woah,... where do you get such a nice chicken from? D:

[jngwatson]

Looks good enough to eat. 

[mesahusa]

@loldotalol379 LOLZ

[Nitroglycerinn]

this is perfect for college thank youuu

[adoan916]

it was pretty good and I can't cook at all.

[xThexBlackxRavenx]

I know you said to keep it simple, is it possible to render some bacon fat instead and use that? Mostly for the fact it'll be three of my partners favorite ingredients and I want to make it special for him :)

[88thebrian]

@xThexBlackxRavenx maybe crisp up some bacon ahead of time and then use that bacon fat (most likely need some extra oil) to pan fry your chicken in the same pan and then take the crispy bacon bits and add it to your mushroom sauce.

[badshaahstudent]

Hi Chef John,I don't have an oven.....so what should I do? should I just it on the pan?

[aznsweetie56]

hey chef John I made this two nights ago for my family and boyfriend they all loved it! The only thing was the mushrooms were too salty but that was me not including the salt in the butter

Thank you this was a good beginner's recipe!! =)

[frilink]

Almost Naked Breasts!  hahaha

[kailou28]

I just made them today.. Definitely good and very easy to make.. Thanks! I used red wine instead of water over the mushrooms...

[sleepmasteryomama]

chicken stock instead of water?

[artichokeh34rts]

thank you for the recipe!

Q) Can you clarify the purpose of checking the internal temperature of the chicken breasts? Do they have to be at 165-170 degrees or higher?

[misau37]

@artichokeh34rts I think in that temperature the chicken stays moist and tender. The higher the temperature the dryer it gets.

[rtselitesaxy]

i wanna know where you get your chicken breasts cause those were huge, the ones i buy are half the size of those babies!

[celeffler]

@branjobu96

I didn't think of adding something bright and acidic but that might be something to lighten it up a bit! I'll try it next time or you can try it and let me know!!!!

[KittyToKaren]

Wow. Those are really big breasts.

[bluetextonwhitebg]

I used wine for this and it was amazing. I devoured 2 pounds of chicken like a boss. :D

[WatcherGate]

@bluetextonwhitebg like a bawss

[celeffler]

I watched this video last week and decided to try it. As I was making it I kept thinking things like...maybe I'll add some garlic, or onions, or dill! But I restrained myself and you were SO RIGHT! IT WAS AWESOME!!! It is now going to be in my regular chicken rotation! Loved It!!!!

Thanks,

Carmella

[branjobu96]

@celeffler Cool! How'd it taste like? :) I was thinking of adding some lemon juice to deglaze the juices from the pan but I wanna know it form someone who has already done it. x)

[silver05M6]

can someone explain why we should use regular olive oil instead of extra virgin olive oil? Thnx

[gigacooler]

@silver05M6 I THINK(!!!) it's because extra virgin olive oil has a quite strong peppery flavor that will overpower the flavors of the chicken and mushrooms

[zveki1000]

Almost Naked Breasts! lolz!!!!

[pmichael73]

Have made this several times now: foolproof and delicious.



[ravineg5]

14 people thought this was porn.

[ANGELPUREL]

i made this an it was just great ps i did add some extras thanks

[patycardenas]

Affordable, easy to make, and DELICIOUS! Thank you so much for keeping in mind to those who are beginners in the kitchen, like myself lol It looks AWESOME!

[Mrskwonable]

gonna make this at home for my parents!

[quityojibbajabbaa]

this looks dull, sorry but thats my opinion

[TheJuized]

This is delicious! Eating it as we speak! ;)

[CassidyLJohnson]

Just tried this. Only had skinless breasts, but added some cajun pepper to it with the salt, and with the oil, still had tons of flavor!!! plus, the mushrooms were awesome! You rock, thank you!

[TezMann]

I don't have a stainless steel pan which can go in the oven, would transferring the chicken and the mushrooms to an oven tray or something similar be ok?

[sexpolice101]

If cooking is a Religion. you sure are God

[mangoekiwi]

I think you should provide the specific link for this recipe in your info box, instead of providing your website address alone. Great recipe btw! Trying this out tonight! :)

[ziakas420]

Like I was tought in culinary school, K.I.S.S.  Keep IT Simple Stupid!!!!! Nice vid Chef I really dig your channel, keep the vids coming!!!

[shabsove22]

can i do this with thighs as well, i would assume so cause its all chicken...pls help im only 16 and dont really know how to cook

[bahmand]

@shabsove22 yes

[MrBlackjack211]

yummy!!

im gonna try this for my family later. Thanks Chef!

[anthony167]

Wow! I just made this and it turned out AMAZING!!! I substituted breast for thighs, but it still turned out great! Thank you so much for posting this amazing, but simple recipe!

[chrissiemoda]

yum

[Kissmoi123]

Indian meallsss :D

[comfortablesofa]

14 people are bullimic

[Rubdini401]

Can i use shrooms instead of mushrooms???

[BLeSSeDoGkUSH420]

@Rubdini401 they'll burn theres no moisture in them

[Rubdini401]

Can i use shrooms instead of mushrooms???

[leefuji]

what kinda mushrooms are those ?

[AZNWOKZ]

@leefuji

food service white mushrooms.

[kaika101]

thank you!

[enigmaticveil]

Well done and your so right my herb garden has totally become a crutch....I cook at someone else's place and I have a slight panicky feeling lol. Great job Chef!! be blessed

[masm60]

My challenge is I loathe mushrooms. They have the texture of tire plugs.

[MissFreia]

I love the Camera work!

[prezg1]

Wow Chef John, excellent theme!

[flmcd]

chef john . you are the best as always

[violinwesley]

"add some wine! add some acid! add some vinegar! add some something! NOO!!!"

[foofita7]

I wish if you cook any Arabic dish, I am sure it will be amazing you are great chef :)

[DV8DEX]

this is a K.I.S.S. recipe

keep it simple stupid,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, am not call you stupid!!

love it going to try it thanks :)

[foreverblu96]

when you turned the chicken over i was like ALLELUIAA

[GCgame]

I LIKE IT SO MUCH WHEN YOU SAY : Hello this is Chef John for FOOD WISHES dot com HAAAAAAa I LIKE IT

[jonlim12]

i just made it for dinner it was awesome 

[paradyzee]

I just made this for dinner.. It was so easy to do and my family loved it!

Thanks a lot Chef John!!! (we both share the name.. maybe the cooking skills are at the same level ) :P

[MistressDracona]

This is just what I was looking for to make for dinner tonight...THANK YOU :)

[ppbino1]

man you are a  genius

[wubieworld]

I love the recipe, video and the commentary. You're a natural! Please share more of your wonderful recipes. I really enjoyed watching your videos.

[xolesa]

I added onions, rosemary, and chicken stock at the end.... I hope it turns out good :)

[missidealiste]

oh great! pls do more minimum ingredient recipe!

[frilink]

Forget wine..........I don't have it anyway

[pmichael73]

This works brilliantly and is delicious. Certainly something to serve guests.

[Strand0410]

Came for the tits, stayed for the chicken.

[demerc]

Chef john is the best, he can do no wrong. I know this was an excercise in minimalism but if you have the option, never cook a whole chicken breast on it's own. Minimally it should be pounded to an thinner than normal, even consistency, and ideally it's best when filleted or butterflyed in 2 pieces. On their own they are just to thick, and devoid of fat to cook off the bone in 1 whole piece.

[ohblackwater]

Really good recipe. I cooked it using 1/4 cup of white wine, and 1/4 cup of chicken stock, also added a little bit of minced garlic. It was awesome! Cheers! Perfect technique for getting the job done! Thanks!

[kawaiipapillon]

like if you saw naked breasts and clicked on the video with dirty thoughts

[MarbleMemories]

... add to favourites

[fccty1]

i sure hope ten year from this vidoe is still up on utube so i still come back and make the best chicken and mushroom for my family

[angelkayz]

can u show us how to grow herbs,and maintain them??? i want free parsley too,and basil,mint,corriander (cilantro),oregano,dill,chives­,and any other herbs not mentioned, thanks xx

[16181663]

simply wow!

[JimboJitsu]

thumbs up video, holding in the microwave works pretty good too.



[JimboJitsu]

thumbs up video



[strongyang]

add some wine!

[kikomiko1]

Chef John, I love your recipes, but I think you tend to put way too much salt in them. Like with the trader joe's meatloaf, I used the exact same amount of salt as you did, and I ended up having to add a lot more chicken stock to make up for it.

[ChetzNation]

You sound like like Charlie Sheen

[konstelacioni11]

me and my boyfriend don't really care about mushrooms. could this be done with some other vegetable?

your videos are great

[alesbica]

@konstelacioni11 No. It has to be made with mushrooms to be called "chicken and mushrooms". Ay, the questions on here!

[konstelacioni11]

@alesbica The questions on here come from people who watch your videos because they are not chefs and need guidance. I don't think that other chefs need your ideas, since they have their own. I like your videos, but I didn't think you would be so arrogant.

[camillenr1]

thank you for a nice idea for a student who is not rich but still into cooking :)

[atourdeforce]

be awesome if i didnt HATE mushrooms!! anyideas people what i could use as a replacment, obv i need something moist like the schrooms, but i dont want anything starchy, i wanna follow this as close to the letter as possible, im thinking peas, but there only going to buns and prob wouldnt saute nice at all. any ideas???????????????????????

[Memoria777]

@atourdeforce Perhaps a mild onion?

[shaunneildsir]

@atourdeforce Pearl onions might be nice? (:

[xolesa]

@shaunneildsir i seriously thought the same thing!! But I went with the yellow sweet onion since they were on sale... pearl onions next time!!

[alesbica]

@atourdeforce fresh green beans, corn, peas, broccoli. Just go to the veggie aisle at your grocery store, and pick your favorite.

[Memoria777]

Woot! Something I might be able to cook without totally screwing it up. (I could probably burn water).

[sonofaking02]

I'm cooking this TODAY!!!

[wrathofcell]

JOIN THE CHURCH OF CHEF JOHN!!!!

WE MUST PRAY TO HIS GLORY

[Tuckemran]

Who'd have thought, just chicken and mushrooms. Chef John would! Oh yeah.

[jeounghh87]

all your dishes look absolutely delicious~!

[AmberFaithChloe]

Ohohohohohohoho....that made me dribble like a rabid animal!!!!

[Suyamu]

mmmmm.... naked breasts - I like those.

[LeftAstray]

 im hungry

[Deathartist666]

Whats the point of wrapping the chicken with oil?

[Deathartist666]

Great camera work. You really bring out the color of the food.

[Darkshadowside]

Oh my lantis! You proved a very good point of minimalizing ingredients to bring out the natural flavor. People sometimes do overdo it and I want to thank you for reminding me of simplicity while utilizing proper technique to bring out the best in a dish.

[L2StfuNoob]

Three of my favourite ingredients: chicken, mushrooms, and butter!! :) Going to try this soon

[pissdrunxs]

soooo.... since i grow it and its free.... i can sprinkle some weed?

[Afiqster129]

i bet you wanted to put cayene

[GooeyBluey]

@n10ding Soup with butternut squash? Maybe a little ginger?

[lockispro]

So good I put that with some roast potatoes and put cranberry sauce through the gravy so good

[CherryJane20]

I did this with boneless pork chops...so amazing.

[Sovereign009]

Chef John, what happen to your voice :(???!!!

[xiEatPiexD]

@Sovereign009

 it sounds the same..

[Sovereign009]

@xiEatPiexD

To me, it sounded as if he's sick or caught a cold :I.

[sammyroxas]

Hi chef John! What if I don't have an oven?

[mmdghr]

@sammyroxas after you brown it cover with a lid and finish cooking

[ttk1opc]

Chef John has the best comments.

[anavywife28]

I want a bite please

[insanedaemon]

What's your opinion of Calphalon Products? I can sear in a number of my pan and pots, but how might I tell if they can go in the oven?

[KasCooks]

Nicely done Chef!

[FizzySnitzy]

can you do any asian meals ?

[zhantonio]

epic



[anic46]

i did it!

[eloisamercado1]

wow only few ingredients and tada yummy food

[TangoSpiceCompany]

Excellently Minimalist!

[haukefilm]

thx. i like the idea of easy meals.

[ghost61982]

I know what I'm preparing this weekend, thanks Chef!!!!!

[adamax08]

Yaay. Finally a recipe without too much ingredients. Only salt, pepper, water :)

[anirudhkrishnamani]

i hope this helps me gain weight cuz no matter how much i eat i remain skinny :|

any advice?

[L1b3rta]

@anirudhkrishnamani

Go visit mcdonalds 7 days a week?...

[faithoversight]

@anirudhkrishnamani

people usually eat chicken breasts when they're on a diet. If you want to gain weight then i suggest protein (red meat).

[batonrye]

@faithoversight Actually, contrary to what most people are taught, a high protein diet can help you *lose* weight. I have awesome amounts a meat, whole eggs, butter and bacon in my diet, yet by avoiding simple carbohydrates I manage to stay in awesome shape. My cholesterol is actually below normal! :)

[batonrye]

@anirudhkrishnamani Most people underestimate the amount of calories they consume. I know I did.

Let me recommend diet (helped me gain):

- a good breakfast shake (whole milk, 1 egg, almond butter, protein mix, vanilla, cinnamon, flax seed oil)

- plenty of protein from meat, nuts, eggs, beans

- NO white or liquid carbs (no white bread, juice, pop)

- veggies at every meal

- one cheat day a week where you basically gorge yourself on whatever you want

- increase good carbs on workout days

[josipis]

More minimal recipes please!!!!!!!!!

[xevilsuziex]

I added shallots, sage and cherry tomatoes. It was really good!

[turtIesRcool]

that looks so good ......

[Twinman2]

WHAT? How does your chicken not stick on this stainless steel pan?! :s

[aLilBitOEverything]

I just made this. I used skinless chicken breasts, and canned mushrooms and it still turned out fantastic. Thanks for this recipe Chef John!

[kuteninja]

The simplicity of this dish is just purrfect.

[soaleha1]

i love the simplicity of this!

as well as your idea to provoke us to be creative with this dish.

AWESOME

[CraftyKoo]

Chef John, I always have issues with my meat sticking to my stainless steel pan. Any tips for me?

[catsmew]

@CraftyKoo Maybe your heat is on too high and you;re trying to turn the chicken too soon? Once the bottom sears, it should let go. Same with fish.

[CraftyKoo]

@catsmew Thanks so much, I'll give it a try.

[cheongla]

no cayenne pepper?

[JJZER0]

your such a good chef holy crap wait........... cook for epic meal time !

[foodwishes]

@JJZER0 I'm a chef, not a clown.

[Afiqster129]

@foodwishes but you get to be a chef and a clown!!

[ILOVEPATY]

@foodwishes ahahha burnnnn

[Gingervention]

@foodwishes Bravo! Epic meal time is a waste of food.

[porcelaincougar]

@foodwishes great chef, great clown!

Love YOU!

[AncientBoneCrusher]

@foodwishes Ooooh Zing. Keep it real Chef John, don't be a payaso like Epic Mealtime folks.

[ipsally]

@JJZER0 lol... worst idea yet.. such a waste of food.. they do it for the jokes, not for a living..

[ItsSomeDeadGuy]

@ipsally You mean best idea ever.

And yes, they are doing it for a living.

[ipsally]

@ItsSomeDeadGuy haha okay fine

[bilal747]

I tried this receipe today.. trun out awesom..... I used chicken breasts bone in instead.... thank you chef John. 2 thumbs up....

[clo5ure]

great teacher! your voice is too soothing. is there some way i can just put this stuff on a playlist and have you lecture me to sleep

[LuvCatz905]

OMG Chef John u made cooking seem so easy! I'm a beginner and I really want to try this, so thank u for this vid.

[Hubrysticalzero]

No paprika? Wow.

[Wardimus83]

@Hubrysticalzero Its Cayenne you nub!

[PaulTheillusionist]

Chef John should go on Hells Kitchen!

[hando7183]

thx, thats great dinner idea for tonight

[ndewhurst12]

I am gona try it with sweet onion, green onion and garlic.

[donyario]

fantastic!



[tuuplis]

damn , i'm a vegetarian but I can't stop watching your videos

[tuuplis]

Chef John, us vegetarians are waiting for a recipe

[1kperday]

@tuuplis For the vegetarian version of this recipe, substitute the chicken breasts with a heaping portion of disappointment.

[ndewhurst12]

@1kperday lol