Garlic Butter Chicken with Mushrooms

Garlic Butter Chicken with Mushrooms is a flavorful, creamy, and savory dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a rich garlic butter sauce. The mushrooms add an earthy depth to the dish, while the sauce, made with garlic, butter, and cream, perfectly coats the chicken. This dish is simple yet elegant, ideal for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. The chicken is pan-seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a luscious sauce, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Serve it with your favorite side dish for a complete meal your family will love.

Recipe Tips and Tricks:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for easy cooking and quicker preparation.
  • Sear the chicken until golden to lock in moisture and flavor.
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine to the sauce before simmering.
  • Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more cream or broth as needed.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and grated Parmesan for a delicious finish.
Yield: 4 servings

Garlic Butter Chicken with Mushrooms

Garlic Butter Chicken with Mushrooms

A creamy garlic butter sauce with tender chicken and mushrooms, perfect for a quick, flavorful weeknight dinner.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Grated Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with parsley and Parmesan, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • To make this recipe even richer, you can add a bit of cream cheese to the sauce for extra creaminess.
  • Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Information

Yield

4

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 403Total Fat 25gSaturated Fat 12gTrans Fat 1gUnsaturated Fat 10gCholesterol 153mgSodium 356mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 40g

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