Pro Tips

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**

- Pat the chicken skin dry with paper towels before cooking for maximum crispiness.

- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.

- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.

- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or vinegar after sautéing chicken for a quick pan sauce.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Ingredient Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises. Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious. Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Mushrooms

Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken with Mushrooms

Metro Manila, International

Made with chicken breast, knorr savorrich chicken, fresh mushroom and parmesan cheese — a hearty Filipino dish that's simple to cook and satisfying to share.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Total: 40 min Medium Serves 4

Instructions

  1. Slice the boneless chicken breast into thin pieces. Brush Knorr savorRich chicken seasoning all over the chicken. Let it stay for 15 minutes.
  2. Bring to a simmer oil in a pan. Fry the chicken for 4 1.2 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate afterwards. Set aside.
  3. Start to make the creamy sauce by melting butter on the same pan the chicken was cooked. Saute mushrooms for 2 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook for 30 seconds.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour. Continuously stir until lumps form.
  5. Slowly pour around ¾ of the total milk amount. Stir until the cream sauce becomes smooth. Add Parmesan cheese. Stir.
  6. Pour remaining milk while stirring. Season with ground black pepper.
  7. Put the chicken back into the pan. Cover and cook between low to medium heat for 3 minutes.
  8. Transfer to a serving plate. Serve with your favorite side.

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Pro Tips & Troubleshooting

**Chef's Tips & Troubleshooting:**
- Pat the chicken skin dry with paper towels before cooking for maximum crispiness.
- Toss chicken wings in cornstarch before baking for an extra-crispy skin without deep frying.
- For chicken stew, skim the foam that rises during the first boil for a cleaner broth.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or vinegar after sautéing chicken for a quick pan sauce.

Cooking Tips

For maximum flavor, season the chicken at least 30 minutes before cooking — ideally overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the marinade to penetrate beyond the surface.
Use a meat thermometer to check doneness: 165°F (74°C) at the thickest part of the breast, away from the bone.

Substitutions

Chicken alternatives: Pork shoulder or boneless thigh meat can substitute for chicken in stews. For lighter fare, extra-firm tofu or seitan works in stir-fries and braises.
Short on time? A pressure cooker (Instant Pot) can reduce cooking time by roughly half for most braised and stewed Filipino dishes. Reduce liquid slightly since less evaporates.

Storage & Reheating

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. The flavors often deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious.
Reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat, adding a splash of water or broth if the sauce has thickened during storage. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each.
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Nanay Elena

Comfort Food

Every recipe Nanay Elena shares is a piece of family history from her kitchen in Iloilo.

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