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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet

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A quick and easy skillet meal featuring tender chicken breasts in a luscious garlic-infused creamy mushroom sauce with fresh herbs. Perfect for cozy dinners and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), pounded slightly for even cooking
  • 8 oz (225 g) cremini or white button mushrooms, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (240 ml) low sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice and/or grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Pound to about 1/2 inch (1.3 cm) thickness if uneven. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and keep warm tented with foil.
  3. Lower heat to medium and add remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add sliced mushrooms and sauté 5-7 minutes until moisture releases and mushrooms turn golden brown, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, careful not to burn.
  5. Sprinkle flour over mushrooms and stir to coat. Cook 1 minute to remove raw flour taste.
  6. Slowly pour in chicken broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, parsley, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Let sauce bubble gently for 2-3 minutes until creamy and smooth.
  8. Return chicken breasts to skillet, nestling into sauce. Spoon sauce over chicken. Cover and simmer on low for 3-5 minutes to marry flavors.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning. Optionally add a squeeze of lemon juice or sprinkle Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure mushrooms brown properly. Dry chicken before searing for a golden crust. Add cream off heat if using lower-fat dairy to avoid curdling. Adjust sauce thickness with broth or water if needed. Fresh herbs added last brighten the flavor. For gluten-free, substitute flour with gluten-free blend or cornstarch. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and coconut milk.

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