Description
Creamy Mushroom Chicken is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich and creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for a delightful dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add sliced mushrooms and thyme, cooking until the mushrooms are tender.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
- Serve with rice or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Mushroom Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Dinner Recipe, Comfort Food