Description
A delicious and creamy chicken skillet dish featuring garlic and mushrooms, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and cook until they are browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in heavy cream and dried thyme, then return the chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Serve with rice or pasta to soak up the creamy sauce.
- Feel free to add spinach or other vegetables for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American