Creamy Garlic Chicken Mushrooms (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Protein
01 -
500 g boneless skinless chicken breasts
→ Fats and Oils
02 -
15 ml extra virgin olive oil
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15 g unsalted butter
→ Vegetables
04 -
200 g fresh white button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
05 -
10 g fresh parsley, chopped
→ Liquids
06 -
120 ml low sodium chicken broth
07 -
120 ml heavy cream
→ Seasonings
08 -
1 tsp garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides liberally with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and promote browning.
02 -
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter bubbles. Add chicken in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 5 minutes until golden crust forms. Flip and sear the other side for 5 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside; do not clean the pan.
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Add sliced mushrooms to the same skillet. Sauté over medium heat for approximately 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they develop a golden color and release their moisture.
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Pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet with mushrooms. Use a spatula to scrape the browned bits from the bottom for added flavor. Stir in garlic powder and season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer gently until sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
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Nestle seared chicken breasts back into the skillet. Spoon sauce over each piece. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C. This ensures thorough cooking while the sauce thickens.
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Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the chicken. Adjust seasoning with additional pepper if desired. Serve immediately with plenty of sauce over chosen sides such as rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
# Helpful Notes:
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Adding a splash of white wine to the sauce enhances depth of flavor. Using fresh mushrooms improves both taste and texture. Let the chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing for optimal juiciness.