Description
This Creamy garlic chicken skillet with mushrooms and parmesan sauce is a beginner-friendly one-pan dish that offers comfort and satisfaction in every bite. It's easy to prepare and impresses with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
To taste Salt
To taste Black Pepper
2 tbsp Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
8 oz Cremini Mushrooms, sliced
4–5 cloves Garlic, minced
1 cup Chicken Broth, low sodium
1 cup Heavy Cream
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese, freshly grated
2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil
- Sear the chicken for about 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a plate
- Reduce heat to medium and add sliced mushrooms to the skillet, sauté until tender
- Push mushrooms to the side, add minced garlic, and cook for 30-60 seconds
- Pour in chicken broth, deglaze the pan, and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and parmesan until melted and thickened
- Return chicken to the skillet and let it simmer for another 2-3 minutes
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve
Notes
Ensure not to overcrowd the skillet for a good sear on the chicken.
Use freshly grated parmesan for the best sauce texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550-650 kcal
- Sugar: 2-4g
- Sodium: 500-700mg
- Fat: 40-50g
- Saturated Fat: 20-25g
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 8-12g
- Fiber: 1-2g
- Protein: 40-50g
- Cholesterol: 150-180mg