Creamy Garlic Chicken and Mushrooms
This creamy skillet dish combines tender chicken, savory mushrooms, and a rich garlic-infused sauce. It’s quick enough for weeknights but flavorful enough to feel like a comforting restaurant-worthy meal. With a few pantry staples, you’ll have a bright, herby finish that pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Optional extra parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chicken and sear until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the butter. Once melted, add the mushrooms and sauté until they release moisture and start to brown, about 5-6 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Reduce heat to medium, stir in the heavy cream and parmesan. Let simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet to warm through, spooning sauce over the top. Simmer 2-3 minutes until everything is heated and creamy.
- Taste and adjust salt if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.