Description
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich garlic mushroom cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an easy, comforting, and restaurant-quality dinner perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts: sliced in half lengthwise for even cooking
- Salt and pepper: to season the chicken
- Flour: for dredging and creating a light crust
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: for searing
- 2 tablespoons butter: adds richness to the sauce
- 12 ounces mushrooms (cremini or white): sliced for earthy flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning: adds herb depth
- 3 cloves garlic: minced for aromatic intensity
- 1/2 cup chicken broth: creates the sauce base
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice: brightens the flavors
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard: enhances depth and tang
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream: gives a creamy texture
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make four thinner cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, then coat lightly in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken on each side for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Add butter to the same pan. Once melted, add mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Sauté until the mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the pan. Stir well and let the sauce reduce by half, about 3–4 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream, return the chicken and mushrooms to the skillet, and simmer for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.
Notes
- Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F for perfect doneness.
- Do not replace heavy cream with milk; it can cause the sauce to curdle.
- For a flavor boost, add white wine instead of chicken broth.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days and reheat gently on low heat.
- This dish is not suitable for freezing due to the dairy-based sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Fried, Sautéed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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