Description
Mushroom Chicken is a creamy, savory dish that perfectly combines tender chicken breasts with earthy mushrooms. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering rich flavors that will impress your family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Clean and slice the mushrooms, mince the garlic, and cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms and garlic: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté sliced mushrooms and minced garlic until soft (4-5 minutes).
- Make the sauce: Add heavy cream and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well; incorporate soy sauce and simmer until thickened (3-4 minutes).
- Combine: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat in the sauce. Let it simmer for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or bell peppers during cooking. - Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture. - Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.