Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Creamy mushroom chicken is a comforting and elegant dish that combines tender chicken breast with a rich, velvety sauce infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic garlic. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe delivers a delightful meal that will impress your family and friends. Serve it over pasta, rice, or steamed vegetables for an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on each side (about 5-7 minutes per side) until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onions and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes). Stir in garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms are browned and moisture is released.
- Lower heat to medium, pour in chicken broth while scraping up browned bits from the skillet. Stir in heavy cream and simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 ounces)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg