Chicken with Mushroom Sauce

Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of Chicken with Mushroom Sauce—a creamy, restaurant-quality dish made right in your own kitchen! This recipe features perfectly seared chicken breasts smothered in a luscious mushroom sauce brimming with the savory essence of garlic, onions, and fresh thyme. The sauce, thickened with a touch of flour and enriched with heavy cream, coats each bite in velvety goodness. Sautéed mushrooms add an earthy depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 50 minutes, this dish is ideal for a weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, effortlessly pairing with fluffy mashed potatoes, rice, or fresh crusty bread. Perfect for fans of creamy chicken recipes, this one-pot wonder is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken breast halves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 250 grams, sliced mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add butter and let it melt over medium heat.

Step 5

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 6

Add minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally until mushrooms are browned and tender, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle flour over the mushroom mixture, stir well to coat and cook for 1 minute.

Step 9

Gradually pour in chicken broth, stirring constantly to combine and avoid lumps.

Step 10

Stir in heavy cream, thyme, and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 11

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them.

Step 12

Cover and let everything cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.

Step 13

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1672.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2743.7

Total Fat 166.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 897.4mg	0%
Sodium 4038.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 13.9g
Protein 232.7g	0%

Vitamin D 39.3IU	0%
Calcium 189.8mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 3509.9mg	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: 57.5%

Protein: 35.6%

Carbs: 6.9%