Description
Learn how to make the best Mushroom Chicken with a creamy garlic sauce. Quick, easy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mushrooms (sliced)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Melt butter in the same skillet, then add onions and garlic. Cook until fragrant.
- Add Mushrooms: Toss in the mushrooms and sauté until they release their juices and soften.
- Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let it reduce slightly.
- Stir in the Cream: Lower the heat and add heavy cream, stirring well. Simmer for 3 minutes.
- Return the Chicken: Place the chicken back in the pan, coating it with the sauce. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese (if using) and let it melt.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with fresh parsley and serve over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Use high heat for searing to lock in juiciness and get a golden crust.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan, so the chicken cooks evenly.
- Slice mushrooms evenly for uniform cooking.
- Let the sauce simmer to allow flavors to develop fully.
- For extra flavor, add white wine before the broth to deglaze the pan.
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 25minutes