Description
Creamy Mushroom Chicken is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. This cozy one-pan dish features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, velvety mushroom sauce that will warm your heart and soul. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special gatherings, its delightful flavors and ease of preparation make it a go-to recipe for any occasion. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this dish promises to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 8 oz fresh mushrooms (cremini or button), sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced mushrooms and minced garlic until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in Dijon mustard. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet; cook in the sauce for another few minutes until heated through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness. Add spinach or peas for extra color and nutrition. For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or use non-dairy alternatives.