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Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken: A Quick Comfort Dinner Delight

This Creamy Mushroom Chicken is a comforting dish with tender chicken in a rich, garlicky sauce, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Thinly sliced for quicker cooking
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Flour For dredging
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Cremini or white, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Provides moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens the dish
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds tanginess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For creaminess

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Halve the chicken breasts lengthwise and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Coat the chicken cutlets in flour, shaking off excess. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter. Sauté mushrooms with Italian seasoning for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 30 seconds. Stir in chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, bringing to a boil for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream. Add back the chicken and mushrooms, simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve over pasta, rice, or with bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of chicken broth.

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