Decadent Creamy Mushroom Chicken You’ll Crave Again!
This creamy mushroom chicken is a quick, gourmet meal perfect for any occasion, making it an irresistible comfort food.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650kcal
Equipment
- large skillet
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts Cut in half for quicker cooking.
- salt To taste.
- pepper To taste.
- cup flour For dredging.
For the Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing.
- 2 tablespoons butter Adds richness.
- 12 ounces mushrooms, sliced Cremini or white mushrooms.
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning For flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced For aroma.
- ½ cup chicken broth To elevate flavor.
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice Adds acidity.
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard For tanginess.
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream The star ingredient.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thin cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, and dredge in flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken cutlets for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and keep warm.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, add mushrooms and Italian seasoning. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender and golden. Remove from skillet.
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Return the chicken and mushrooms to the skillet, stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through and the sauce thickens.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze without the sauce for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 650kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Cholesterol: 150mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg