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Creamy mushroom chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken Recipe: 40-Minute Comfort Food Bliss


  • Author: lucy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A creamy mushroom chicken dish served over white rice, perfect for a comforting dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Fresh thyme or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2½ cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and paprika on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet.
  5. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–6 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
  6. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
  8. Stir in heavy cream and dried thyme, simmering for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
  9. Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top.
  10. Simmer for 8–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through and sauce is creamy.
  11. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot over white rice.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste.
  • Serve immediately for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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