Description
A cozy skillet dinner, Creamy Mushroom Chicken features chicken and mushrooms in a creamy, savory sauce that’s easy to make and family-friendly.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise (Alternatively, you can use 4 small chicken breasts.)
- 10-12 ounces mushrooms, sliced (Baby bella mushrooms recommended for deeper flavor.)
- 2-4 cloves garlic, minced (Adjust according to preference.)
- 1 cup chicken broth (For building the sauce.)
- 1 cup heavy cream (For the creamy base.)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (Optional but highly recommended.)
- 1 tablespoon butter (For browning the chicken and mushrooms.)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (For cooking.)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (Or thyme as an alternative.)
- 1 tablespoon flour (Optional for thickening the sauce.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Pat them dry and season with salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and a knob of butter.
Cooking Chicken
- Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then move it to a plate.
Cooking Mushrooms
- In the same skillet, add more butter if needed, then add mushrooms and let sit for a minute before stirring to allow browning.
- Once mushrooms are golden, add garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
Making the Sauce
- Deglaze the skillet by pouring in chicken broth and scraping up browned bits.
- If thicker sauce is desired, sprinkle in flour and stir, then simmer for a minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and stir, allowing it to bubble gently.
- Add Parmesan cheese and taste for seasoning, adjusting with salt if necessary.
- Return the chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over it. Simmer briefly until warmed through.
Notes
Creamy Mushroom Chicken is great for leftovers and can be made ahead of time. Adjust seasonings and ingredients as desired for variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 45
