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Chicken and Mushroom Skillet

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This Chicken and Mushroom Skillet is a cozy one-pan dinner featuring seared chicken and tender mushrooms in a creamy, garlicky sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, delivering rich flavor with minimal effort.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cups cremini or baby bella mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1–2 tbsp flour (optional, for dredging or thickening)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper and lightly dredge in flour (optional).
  2. Heat 1 tbsp oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining oil to the skillet. Sauté onions until soft, then add mushrooms and cook until browned and moisture evaporates.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Deglaze pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Stir in cream and thyme. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Return chicken to skillet, spoon sauce over the top, and simmer for 5 minutes more.
  8. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add white wine before broth for deeper flavor.
  • Toss in spinach or kale for extra greens.
  • Swap cream with coconut milk for dairy-free version.
  • Add grated Parmesan for a richer sauce.
  • Serve over pasta, rice, potatoes, or crusty bread.

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