Canadian Living's Mushroom Chicken

Experience the comforting flavors of "Canadian Living's Mushroom Chicken," a delightful one-skillet dish that combines tender, golden-brown chicken breasts with a creamy mushroom and garlic sauce. This recipe highlights earthy baby bella or white mushrooms, fresh thyme, and a luscious blend of chicken broth and heavy cream to create a velvety sauce that perfectly coats the chicken. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the ideal weeknight dinner solution that feels indulgent yet approachable. Serve it over fluffy mashed potatoes, fragrant rice, or alongside crisp steamed vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfect for fans of rich, savory comfort food, this recipe is an elevated take on classic chicken dishes that's sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cups baby bella or white mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 0.75 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly coat the chicken breasts in flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and become golden brown.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pan. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and thyme. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.

Step 9

Return the chicken breasts (along with any juices on the plate) to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Cover and simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with the remaining salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired. Serve hot with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1491.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2355.0

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 833.6mg	0%
Sodium 3515.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.4g
Protein 230.5g	0%

Vitamin D 35.0IU	0%
Calcium 152.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 3022.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 40.6%

Carbs: 4.6%