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Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet

This Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet is an easy, one-pan meal with tender chicken breasts in a luscious garlicky mushroom cream sauce.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced, cremini or white button
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
  • Heat the olive oil in your skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside, loosely covered with foil to keep warm.
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté until they release their moisture and start to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  • Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with the mushrooms and garlic. Stir well to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly, around 3-5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy mushroom sauce. Spoon some sauce over the top and cook together for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors. Sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheat gently to avoid breaking the cream sauce.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with full-fat coconut milk or cashew cream.
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet when searing chicken to ensure proper browning instead of steaming.