Craving a restaurant-worthy meal without the restaurant price tag? Get ready to elevate your weeknight dinner with this Creamy Mushroom Sauce Chicken Breast recipe! It's surprisingly simple, delivering tender, crispy chicken bathed in a decadent, unforgettable sauce that will leave you wanting more.
Crispy Chicken
Let's talk crispy chicken – it's the foundation of this dish! I'm telling you, that golden crust is where it's at. Think of it as the unsung hero that locks in all the juicy goodness. I always start by slicing my chicken breasts horizontally 'cause I want to get those thin steaks! To keep the chicken from drying out like it would if it was baked instead, this recipe relies on a quick pan-fry.
Next, I'm gonna sprinkle each side with salt, pepper, and flour. Yep, just a plain old 1/4 cup of flour does the trick – make sure you use your fingers, too, to really get it in there.
Now, for the fun part, melt 1 tbsp of butter in a pan over medium-high heat and add those chicken breasts. We're cooking for about 2 1/2 minutes to get it golden – keep it covered to keep them warm. Remember, don't skip the flour, because it's key to getting it right!
Mushroom Sauce
Next up, the star of our show—mushroom sauce! Trust me; this isn't your average mushroom sauce. Sauté 300g of sliced mushrooms in 2 tablespoons of butter until golden brown and starting to brown on its edges, and then add minced garlic. Cook that for another minute.
Now, pour in ¼ cup of dry white wine—don't worry, the alcohol cooks out! Scrape up all those tasty bits from the pan. Next, stir in ½ cup of chicken stock and let it reduce slightly, it adds so much to the flavor of the sauce. Given the flavors here, it could be served with rice such as premium quality Arborio rice.
Then, swirl in 1 cup of cream and simmer for two minutes—it's thickening already! Finally, stir in ½ cup of Parmesan cheese. Taste and season—add salt and pepper if it needs it! I know you're going to love that sauce.
Serving Suggestions
With that luscious mushroom sauce ready, your next thought is probably, "What do I serve this with?" I always think about what can soak up all that amazing sauce.
I'd recommend it with creamy mashed potatoes; it's always a winner! Or, if you are watching the carbs, try creamy mashed cauliflower!
Pasta is also a fab choice. Think about polenta, mashed beans, even plain rice! Brown, white, jasmine, or basmati — whatever is your thing.
Don't forget some crusty bread or soft dinner rolls–you know, for mopping up every last drop of that delicious sauce! I mean, who wouldn't want every bit! Enjoy; it is the perfect sidekick to this meal!
Short Recipe Version
Creamy Mushroom Chicken Breast
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet. Add mushrooms and garlic; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and thyme; bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly reduced, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition (Approximate per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Protein: 45g
- Fat: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 8g