Creamy Garlic Chicken Mushrooms
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Mushrooms is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, velvety garlic sauce and earthy mushrooms. This comforting recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing guests at your next gathering. The creamy texture paired with aromatic flavors creates a meal that’s as satisfying as it is scrumptious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan wonder makes cleanup easy while delivering an unforgettable dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic and slicing mushrooms.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear the seasoned chicken for about 7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and simmer until reduced by half. Then stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 523mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 133mg
Keywords: Experiment with different mushrooms like shiitake or add spinach for more color and nutrition. A splash of white wine can enhance the flavors beautifully.