Description
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This Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet combines the golden sear of perfectly cooked chicken breasts with the rich, earthy tones of mushrooms, all swathed in a creamy thyme-infused sauce. The dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavors that promise to satisfy your palate.
Ideal for a quick yet sumptuous dinner, this one-pot wonder prioritizes convenience without compromising on taste. Its creamy texture and aromatic herbs bring comfort and a touch of sophistication to your dinner table, making it a perfect choice for both family meals and casual entertaining.
Ingredients
Chicken:
1.2 lb chicken breasts, skinless, boneless (2 chicken breasts, sliced horizontally)
¼ teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
Mushrooms:
1 tablespoon olive oil
8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
Cream Sauce:
1 cup heavy cream
5 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons fresh thyme, snipped
Instructions
Cook chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour. Heat a skillet over medium, add olive oil, and sear chicken 5 minutes per side until golden and cooked to 165°F.
Cook mushrooms: In the same skillet, cook mushrooms with salt until juicy, then remove one third for topping.
Make creamy sauce: Add cream and garlic to skillet, simmer until thickened, then stir in half the thyme.
Assembly: Return chicken to skillet, warm, and serve topped with reserved mushrooms and remaining thyme.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 550 kcal