Description
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe is pure comfort on a plate, featuring tender chicken and earthy mushrooms swimming in a rich, velvety sauce. It’s an elegant yet incredibly easy dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions when you want something truly delicious without a lot of fuss.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Flour (for dredging)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
12 ounces mushrooms (try cremini or white mushrooms) (sliced)
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
3 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Instructions
Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken to the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Add butter to the skillet, followed by mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Cook the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and their liquid has evaporated.
Remove the mushrooms from the pan, placing them on the same plate as the chicken.
Add minced garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir well to dissolve the mustard and allow the liquid to reduce by half, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the heavy cream. Return the chicken and mushrooms to the pan and simmer for about 5 more minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
Notes
Make sure your skillet is properly heated before adding the chicken. This is key to getting that beautiful, flavorful sear.
Because we’re slicing the chicken breasts, they cook quickly. Keep an eye on them to ensure they remain tender and juicy.
Letting the mushrooms brown properly is crucial for developing their deep, earthy flavor. Be patient and let them cook until most of their liquid has evaporated.
The sauce will thicken as it simmers. If it seems too thick, you can add a splash more chicken broth or cream. If it’s too thin, let it simmer a little longer.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American