Creamy Mushroom Chicken
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken features tender chicken smothered in a rich, savory mushroom sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet.
- Sauté the sliced mushrooms and minced garlic in the same skillet for about 3-5 minutes until the mushrooms are soft.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the skillet, and let simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and allow the sauce to thicken for a few minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it with the sauce and heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve hot over mashed potatoes for a delightful meal. This dish is versatile and can be paired with various sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken, mushroom, creamy sauce, weeknight dinner, comfort food
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