Description
Indulgent creamy chicken with mushroom delight whisks home cooks through a French-inspired culinary journey of comfort and elegance. Rich, velvety sauce and tender chicken promise a delectable meal that brings warmth and satisfaction to your dinner table.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully place chicken breasts into the hot pan, creating a golden-brown exterior by cooking approximately 5 minutes on each side.
- Transfer seared chicken to a separate plate, keeping it warm.
- Lower heat and introduce minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the same skillet, sautéing until mushrooms release their moisture and become tender.
- Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet, whisking gently to create a smooth sauce.
- Sprinkle dried thyme, kosher salt, and freshly cracked black pepper into the liquid, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Gently nestle chicken back into the creamy sauce, allowing it to simmer uncovered for 10 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from heat and let the dish rest for 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to slightly thicken.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant finish before serving hot.
Notes
- Check chicken doneness by using a meat thermometer, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Slice mushrooms uniformly to guarantee even cooking and consistent texture throughout the dish.
- Swap heavy cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt for lighter, dairy-free alternatives that maintain creamy consistency.
- Enhance flavor by marinating chicken in herbs and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking, allowing deeper taste penetration.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg