Description
Tender chicken breasts are seared and simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce with garlic, herbs, and parmesan. A cozy one-pan meal ready in 30 minutes, perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz baby bella mushrooms, sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sear the chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms, thyme, and oregano. Cook for 5–7 minutes until mushrooms are browned.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream and parmesan. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over. Warm through for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Swap chicken breasts for boneless thighs for extra juiciness.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, pasta, or crusty bread.
For a low-carb version, pair with cauliflower mash or zucchini noodles.
Add spinach near the end of cooking for color and nutrients.
Use red pepper flakes for added heat.
Use coconut cream and omit parmesan for a dairy-free version.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently with added broth or cream.
Do not freeze, as the cream sauce may separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
