Description
This Creamy Broccoli and Mushroom Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, flavorful sauce made from sautéed mushrooms, fresh broccoli, garlic, and a creamy Parmesan-infused broth. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this dish is easy to prepare on the stovetop and delivers a deliciously satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Season and Sear Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken in the skillet and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust and are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are browned and have released their moisture.
- Sauté Garlic and Broccoli: Add minced garlic and broccoli florets to the skillet with the mushrooms. Sauté for an additional 2–3 minutes until the garlic is fragrant and the broccoli is slightly tender but still crisp.
- Make the Sauce: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping the bottom to loosen any flavorful browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce. Spoon sauce over the chicken and let everything simmer together for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors and ensure the chicken is heated through.
- Serve: Serve the creamy broccoli and mushroom chicken warm, ideally over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta for a complete and hearty meal.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, use a combination of cremini and button mushrooms.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half to make the dish lighter.
- This recipe pairs excellently with sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta to create a fulfilling dinner.
