Description
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of this Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe. Tender chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious mushroom sauce, finished with a hint of Parmesan and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Mushroom Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Mushroom Sauce: In the same pan, sauté mushrooms in butter. Add garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Finish the Dish: Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
- Try using boneless thighs for variation.
- For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
