Description
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. It’s a quick, flavorful dinner option that can be served over rice, pasta, or with a side of veggies. The dish is made with easy-to-find ingredients and is ideal for both weeknight meals and special occasions. With a creamy texture and a hearty flavor, this meal will satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Chicken breasts
- Mushrooms
- Garlic
- Heavy cream
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Fresh thyme
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken until golden on both sides, then set aside.
- In the same pan, add butter, sauté mushrooms and garlic until tender.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the pan, simmer in sauce until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh thyme and serve.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts.
- Add a splash of white wine for extra depth in the sauce.
- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg