Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken
A luxurious one-pan dish featuring succulent chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce with a hint of garlic.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts Opt for skinless for a healthier option.
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil For cooking the chicken.
- 8 ounces Sliced mushrooms Use cremini or button mushrooms.
- 4 cloves Fresh garlic Minced for robust flavor.
- 1 cup Chicken broth Low sodium preferred.
- 1 cup Heavy cream For a thick and creamy sauce.
- 1 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley For garnish, chopped.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for approximately 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until browned and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking the Sauce
- Add sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and let it simmer briefly.
- Slowly stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer until the sauce thickens.
Combining
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them in the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Allow to simmer together for a few minutes, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.