Description

A simple and comforting Mushroom Chicken recipe featuring tender chicken breasts or thighs in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This easy weeknight dinner is perfect served over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

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1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 pound cremini mushrooms, sliced
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken by slicing breasts horizontally if using. Season generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Reduce heat to medium. Add sliced mushrooms and chopped onion to the skillet. Cook until mushrooms release moisture and brown, and onion softens (5-7 minutes).
4. Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
6. Stir in heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. Return the browned chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce.
8. Cover and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
9. Remove chicken. If sauce is too thin, simmer uncovered to thicken. Stir in fresh parsley, if using. Spoon sauce over chicken.

Notes

Store leftover Mushroom Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a little broth or water if needed. Can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Seared and Simmered
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 25g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g