Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Skillet
Indulge in the Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken Skillet, a satisfying dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with a luscious, savory sauce. This delightful recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, showcasing the irresistible combination of garlic and mushrooms enveloped in a creamy base. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is versatile enough to pair with your favorite sides like pasta, rice, or crusty bread, making it a true crowd-pleaser. Packed with protein and nutrients from fresh ingredients, it’s both delicious and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Chicken breast chunks
- Fresh mushrooms, sliced
- Minced garlic
- Finely chopped onion
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Dijon mustard
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Sear chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: In the same skillet, add more butter if needed. Sauté garlic, onion, and mushrooms until fragrant (3-5 minutes).
- Create sauce: Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in Dijon mustard and heavy cream; let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Combine: Return seared chicken to skillet and coat well in sauce. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg