Description
Decadent and delicious, this creamy mushroom chicken features golden seared chicken in a rich garlic mushroom sauce. It’s the kind of dish that feels fancy but is shockingly easy to make at home!
Ingredients
For the chicken:
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Boneless chicken breasts or thighs 🍗
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Olive oil & butter 🫒🧈
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Garlic (minced) 🧄
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Onion (diced) 🧅
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Mushrooms (sliced, any kind) 🍄
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Heavy cream or half-and-half 🥛
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Chicken broth
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Parmesan cheese (optional) 🧀
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Thyme or parsley 🌿
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Salt & pepper
Optional extras:
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Spinach or peas 🌱
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White wine for deglazing
Instructions
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Season and sear chicken in oil and butter until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same skillet, sauté onion, garlic, and mushrooms until browned and tender.
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Add broth and cream, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer to thicken.
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Stir in cheese and herbs, then return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over.
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Serve hot over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
Use a mix of mushrooms for deeper flavor. Add white wine for a fancy twist. This dish pairs perfectly with roasted veggies or garlic bread!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes