Description
Creamy Mushroom Chicken is a delightful dish that embodies comfort and indulgence, perfect for any occasion from cozy family dinners to elegant gatherings. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a rich mushroom cream sauce infused with garlic and aromatic herbs, creating an irresistible flavor profile. This one-pan meal not only comes together in just 30 minutes but also allows for endless variations based on your preferences. Serve it over rice, pasta, or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete meal that will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup white wine (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear the chicken until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté mushrooms until golden, then add garlic.
- Pour in chicken broth (and wine if using), scraping the pan for flavor; simmer briefly.
- Stir in heavy cream, thyme, and oregano; let thicken.
- Return chicken to the skillet to coat with sauce; garnish with parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 122mg