Description
Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken is a deliciously easy recipe featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich and creamy garlic mushroom sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced (such as cremini or button)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes, until they are browned and tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, thyme, parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- You can substitute the heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version, or use coconut cream for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg