Creamy Mushroom Chicken – A Cozy Skillet Classic
Juicy chicken breasts in a rich, savory mushroom cream sauce with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan. A comforting one-pan dish perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons butter, divided
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
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1 small yellow onion, finely diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried)
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Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat 1 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side. Set aside.
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Add remaining butter to the pan. Sauté onions 3–4 minutes until soft, then add garlic for 30 seconds.
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Add mushrooms and a pinch of salt. Cook 5–7 minutes until browned.
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Pour in broth and scrape the pan. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
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Add cream, Parmesan, and thyme. Simmer 3–5 minutes until thickened.
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Return chicken to skillet and simmer 5–7 minutes until cooked through.
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Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
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Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
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Add spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for variation.
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To lighten, use half-and-half or coconut milk.