Chicken and Mushroom Skillet is a comforting and flavorful one-pan dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with earthy mushrooms in a savory, creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a hearty, home-cooked meal with minimal cleanup. The mushrooms soak up all the delicious juices from the chicken, while a rich sauce made from garlic, herbs, and a touch of cream brings it all together. Serve it over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread to soak up the sauce, and you have a complete meal that’s both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or button mushrooms work well)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the mushrooms and onions: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and onions. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the mushrooms are golden and the onions are softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Make the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in the heavy cream and thyme. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken: Place the chicken breasts back into the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes to heat through.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve the chicken and mushrooms over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.
This Chicken and Mushroom Skillet is a simple yet elegant dish that delivers rich, comforting flavors in every bite, perfect for any night of the week!
