Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Mushrooms is a delectable dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its rich flavors and creamy texture. Juicy chicken breasts are enveloped in a velvety garlic sauce, perfectly complemented by earthy mushrooms. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring everyone at your table will be asking for seconds. Serve it over pasta or rice for a comforting meal that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fresh button mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and slicing the mushrooms and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sauté seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine while scraping any browned bits from the pan.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, letting it simmer until the sauce thickens slightly (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in chopped parsley just before serving. Enjoy over rice or pasta!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Swap out chicken for shrimp or turkey for variations. For added nutrition, include spinach or kale. A splash of white wine can enhance the sauce's depth.
