Easy Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet
A quick and delightful creamy mushroom chicken dish that comes together in one skillet, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the sliced mushrooms and garlic to the same skillet and sauté until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and add thyme. Stir and let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over it. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg