Description
This Chicken with Mushroom Sauce recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. Made on the stovetop with simple ingredients like mushrooms, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and thyme, it’s a comforting main course perfect for a family dinner. The savory sauce pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Mushroom Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season and cook chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover to keep warm.
- Prepare mushroom sauce base: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and tender.
- Add garlic and deglaze: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to loosen any browned bits for added flavor.
- Make the creamy sauce: Add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and thyme to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let the sauce simmer for 3 to 4 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce over them. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to warm through.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken for a pop of color and freshness. Serve the chicken with your choice of mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice to enjoy with the creamy mushroom sauce.
Notes
- Serve with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice to soak up the sauce.
- You can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Use boneless chicken thighs instead for a juicier alternative.
