Description
Rustic Creamy Mushroom Chicken invites comfort and warmth to dinner tables across North America. Rich cream sauce and tender mushrooms complement perfectly seasoned chicken breasts for a satisfying meal savored by hungry families.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ½ lbs / 700 g)
- 2 tbsps olive oil or butter
- 2 cups (200 g) sliced mushrooms (white or cremini)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for coating the chicken)
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Seasoning & Searing: Generously season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the mixture shimmers and sizzles. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, achieving a golden-brown crust and ensuring an internal temperature of 165F. Transfer to a separate plate.
- Aromatic Foundation: Lower skillet heat and add butter if needed. Sauté onions and garlic until they become translucent and release their fragrant essence, approximately 3 minutes. Incorporate sliced mushrooms, allowing them to release moisture and develop a rich, tender texture over 5 minutes.
- Herb Infusion: Sprinkle thyme and rosemary over the mushroom mixture, thoroughly distributing the herbs to enhance the overall flavor profile. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape and incorporate the flavorful browned bits from the pan’s surface.
- Sauce Development: Simmer the liquid for 5 minutes to concentrate flavors, then gently stir in heavy cream. Continue simmering for 3-4 minutes until the sauce reaches a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Final Assembly: Return chicken breasts to the skillet, thoroughly coating them with the creamy mushroom sauce. Allow the chicken to warm through and absorb the sauce’s rich flavors for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately while the sauce remains hot and inviting.
Notes
- Chicken Temperature Check: Always use a meat thermometer to confirm the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption, preventing undercooked chicken.
- Mushroom Moisture Management: Pat mushrooms dry before cooking to ensure proper caramelization and prevent excess liquid in the sauce.
- Cream Sauce Stability: Add cream gradually and avoid boiling to prevent separation and maintain a smooth, silky texture.
- Flavor Layering Technique: Season each component separately – chicken, mushrooms, and sauce – to build depth and complexity in the final dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg