Chicken Breast A La Mary
Chicken Breast A La Mary features tender, boneless chicken breasts cooked in a flavorful broth with vegetables and seasoned with Swiss cheese, almonds, and a creamy sauce. This comforting dish combines savory and nutty flavors, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests who enjoy hearty, cheesy poultry dishes.
Ingredients
- 4 halves chicken breast (skinless and boneless) ⓘ
- 1/2 cup celery ⓘ
- 1/4 cup onions, diced ⓘ
- salt to taste ⓘ
- 1/2 cup carrot ⓘ
- 1 chicken bouillon cube ⓘ
- 1/4 pound grated Swiss cheese ⓘ
- 1 can cream of chicken soup ⓘ
- 1/2 package dry dressing mix (8 oz.) ⓘ
- 1/4 pound margarine ⓘ
- 1/2 cup slivered almonds
- 1/4 cup sour cream ⓘ
Instructions
- Cook chicken breasts in boiling water with celery, onion, salt, carrots, and chicken bouillon cube for 30 minutes.
- Remove chicken and let cool.
- Prepare the sauce by melting margarine and mixing in cream of chicken soup, grated Swiss cheese, sour cream, and dry dressing mix.
- Arrange cooked chicken in a baking dish, pour sauce over, and sprinkle with slivered almonds.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until heated through and bubbly.
Tips & Substitutions
For a healthier version, consider using low-fat cream of chicken soup and reduced-fat Swiss cheese. If you don't have slivered almonds, chopped walnuts or pecans can provide a similar crunch. To save time, you can use pre-cooked chicken. Make sure to season the water when cooking the chicken for added flavor, which is key in this Chicken Breast A La Mary.
Serving Suggestions
This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a fresh garden salad for a balanced meal. For a heartier side, consider serving it alongside Gourmet Hashed Browns. A light white wine would complement the flavors nicely, enhancing the overall dining experience. Don't forget to garnish with fresh herbs for an added touch.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover Chicken Breast A La Mary in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and warm the dish for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through. You can also microwave individual portions, but be sure to cover to retain moisture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Chicken Breast A La Mary contains roughly 935 calories, with 25g protein, 108g carbohydrates, and 49g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (333% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (99% of the Daily Value), and potassium (64% of the Daily Value), and a good source of vitamin C. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 3000mg per serving (130% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I make this dish gluten-free?
To make Chicken Breast A La Mary gluten-free, use a gluten-free dry dressing mix and ensure that the cream of chicken soup you choose is gluten-free. Additionally, check that the margarine does not contain gluten, or replace it with a gluten-free alternative like olive oil.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).