Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce—an elegant yet simple dinner recipe that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are smothered in a luscious, velvety mushroom sauce infused with fragrant garlic, fresh thyme, and a hint of parsley. With its savory blend of sautéed mushrooms, chicken broth, and heavy cream, this dish strikes the perfect balance of earthiness and indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing meal. Whether you're impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a cozy home-cooked dish, this recipe delivers flavor-packed satisfaction with every bite. Perfect for lovers of creamy chicken recipes and savory mushroom dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 250 grams white button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add butter and allow it to melt. Then add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they are browned and have released most of their moisture.

Step 5

Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir to coat evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 6

Slowly add the chicken broth while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes until thickened.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and add fresh thyme leaves. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for another 5 minutes to absorb flavors.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve the chicken with creamy mushroom sauce over mashed potatoes, pasta, or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1521.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2538.1

Total Fat 157.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 874.0mg	0%
Sodium 3525.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 5.7g
Protein 227.3g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 138.7mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 1143.9mg	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: 58.5%

Protein: 37.4%

Carbs: 4.1%