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Creamy mushroom chicken is a comforting one-pan dinner made with tender chicken, golden mushrooms, and a rich garlic cream sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

  • 1 small shallot or ½ onion, finely chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 8 oz cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced

  • ¾ cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ¼ cup grated parmesan (optional)

  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves or ½ tsp dried

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  • Lower heat to medium. Add remaining butter, shallots, and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes.

  • Add mushrooms. Cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes, then stir and cook until golden.

  • Pour in chicken broth, scraping up brown bits. Add cream and bring to a simmer.

  • Return chicken to pan. Simmer 10–12 minutes until cooked through.

  • Stir in parmesan and thyme. Adjust seasoning.

  • Garnish with parsley. Serve hot.

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