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Decadent Creamy Garlic Butter Mushroom Chicken

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Decadent creamy garlic mushroom chicken: tender chicken breasts in a rich, buttery sauce, ideal for special occasions or cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner-favorites
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 9 oz cremini or white mushrooms sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock gluten-free if needed
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Evenly season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper, pressing gently to help the seasoning adhere.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts to the pan and cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until browned and tender.
  4. Add minced garlic and thyme to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken stock, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Simmer for 2 minutes until slightly reduced.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the cheese melts completely.
  7. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Simmer for 2 to 3 more minutes until the chicken is heated through.
  8. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish and serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I've definitely found that boneless, skinless chicken thighs work beautifully here if you prefer a richer, more forgiving cut of meat; just adjust the cooking time slightly until they are