Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken: A Deliciously Easy Recipe
A rich and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a creamy garlic sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts chicken breasts about 1 pound
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 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
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Cook the chicken in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, until browned and tender. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then stir in heavy cream, thyme, parsley, and Parmesan cheese. Cook until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Notes
For an enhanced flavor, use fresh herbs instead of dried thyme and parsley.