I’m already a big fan of chicken dinners, but adding more flavor with a savory sauce really takes a dish to the next level! This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe combines lightly pan-fried chicken with a creamy mushroom sauce that's absolutely delicious. It’s a simple chicken recipe that I’m sure the whole family will love!
This chicken mushroom recipe is one of my family’s favorite meals! It’s one that I like making when I’m trying to switch things up for dinner. It has minimal ingredients so it’s perfect for weeknights or a special Sunday dinner. And if you love creamy chicken recipes, then this chicken and orzo pasta is also another highly requested favorite!😊
Here’s What You Need
- Chicken: You’ll need 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, that you'll cut in half to make 4 chicken cutlets. You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead.
- Mushrooms: I like grabbing the already sliced baby bella mushrooms at the grocery store, but you can use cremini mushrooms too!
- Seasoning: You’ll season the chicken with salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. This way the entire dish is well seasoned and flavorful throughout.
- Chicken Broth and Cream: To make the yummy sauce I combine a good quality chicken broth and some heavy cream.
How To Cook Mushroom Chicken
The full instructions are included in the recipe card below, but here’s a quick step-by-step overview:
Start by pan-frying the chicken in a large skillet until golden brown and cooked through. The chicken should register 165°F with a digital meat thermometer.
Sauté the onions, mushrooms, and garlic.
Add the chicken broth and scrape up any brown bits at the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream. Simmer for several minutes to thicken the sauce.
Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and spoon the mushroom sauce over top. Simmer for a few more minutes. Enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
I love serving mushroom chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and either a side salad, sautéed broccoli, or sautéed asparagus. The extra mushroom sauce tastes great poured over top of the mashed potatoes. This dish also goes great with your favorite pasta.
Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 8 oz. sliced baby bella mushrooms
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- â…“ cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Carefully cut each chicken breast in half to create 4 chicken cutlets (or use thin-cut chicken breasts).
- In a small bowl mix the salt, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder together. Season the chicken on both sides. Then lightly coat each chicken cutlet with the flour on both sides. Shake off any excess flour.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for about 3-4 minutes on both sides until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter then add the sliced mushrooms and onions. Stir to coat in the butter and sauté for 5-6 minutes stirring occasionally. Now add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds.
- Next carefully pour in the chicken broth. Stir and scrape up any browned bits that may be stuck at the bottom of the pan. Now pour in the heavy cream and stir.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the mushroom sauce for approximately 8 minutes so the sauce can thicken slightly. Taste the sauce at this point and add more salt and black pepper if needed.
- Now add the cooked chicken back in the skillet and spoon the mushroom sauce over top. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 2-3 minutes. Once done, turn the heat off, top with fresh parsley (optional), and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to make a quick flour or cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce even more (1 tablespoon flour or cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons of water). Allow the slurry to simmer in the sauce for several minutes.Â
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More Easy Chicken Recipes
- Baked Chicken Breasts
- Honey Garlic Chicken
- Panko Crusted Chicken
- Chicken Stir-Fry
- Chicken Fried Rice
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