Skillet Chicken with Mushroom Gravy

28 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the baby bella mushrooms and dice the onion.
  2. 2Slice the baby bella mushrooms and dice the onion.
  3. 3Slice the baby bella mushrooms and dice the onion.
  4. 4Mince the garlic.
  5. 5Mince the garlic.
  6. 6Mince the garlic.
  7. 7Roughly chop the fresh thyme leaves.
  8. 8Roughly chop the fresh thyme leaves.
  9. 9Roughly chop the fresh thyme leaves.
  10. 10Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  11. 11Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  12. 12Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  13. 13Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes, then add 1-2 tablespoons of avocado oil.
  14. 14Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes, then add 1-2 tablespoons of avocado oil.
  15. 15Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for a few minutes, then add 1-2 tablespoons of avocado oil.
  16. 16Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  17. 17Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  18. 18Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  19. 19Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside.
  20. 20Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside.
  21. 21Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside.
  22. 22Add 2 more tablespoons of avocado oil to the same skillet.
  23. 23Add 2 more tablespoons of avocado oil to the same skillet.
  24. 24Add 2 more tablespoons of avocado oil to the same skillet.
  25. 25Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onions to the skillet, spreading them out, and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring infrequently, until the onions are softened and the mushrooms are mostly golden.
  26. 26Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onions to the skillet, spreading them out, and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring infrequently, until the onions are softened and the mushrooms are mostly golden.
  27. 27Add the sliced mushrooms and diced onions to the skillet, spreading them out, and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring infrequently, until the onions are softened and the mushrooms are mostly golden.
  28. 28Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  29. 29Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  30. 30Stir in the minced garlic, fresh thyme, and 1 teaspoon of salt, and cook for 1-2 more minutes.
  31. 31Combine 3/4 of the chicken broth and tamari in a glass or bowl and pour it over the mushrooms, stirring to deglaze any bits stuck to the bottom.
  32. 32Combine 3/4 of the chicken broth and tamari in a glass or bowl and pour it over the mushrooms, stirring to deglaze any bits stuck to the bottom.
  33. 33Combine 3/4 of the chicken broth and tamari in a glass or bowl and pour it over the mushrooms, stirring to deglaze any bits stuck to the bottom.
  34. 34Add the arrowroot starch to the remaining broth and tamari, and whisk until no lumps remain.
  35. 35Add the arrowroot starch to the remaining broth and tamari, and whisk until no lumps remain.
  36. 36Add the arrowroot starch to the remaining broth and tamari, and whisk until no lumps remain.
  37. 37Pour the starch mixture over the mushrooms and stir to combine.
  38. 38Pour the starch mixture over the mushrooms and stir to combine.
  39. 39Pour the starch mixture over the mushrooms and stir to combine.
  40. 40Let simmer for 2-3 minutes while the mushroom gravy thickens.
  41. 41Let simmer for 2-3 minutes while the mushroom gravy thickens.
  42. 42Let simmer for 2-3 minutes while the mushroom gravy thickens.
  43. 43Add the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet with the mushroom gravy.
  44. 44Add the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet with the mushroom gravy.
  45. 45Add the browned chicken thighs back into the skillet with the mushroom gravy.
  46. 46Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10 more minutes.
  47. 47Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10 more minutes.
  48. 48Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 10 more minutes.
  49. 49Serve the skillet chicken with mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes or your preferred side, and garnish with parsley.
  50. 50Serve the skillet chicken with mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes or your preferred side, and garnish with parsley.
  51. 51Serve the skillet chicken with mushroom gravy over mashed potatoes or your preferred side, and garnish with parsley.

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs
  • 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs
  • 6 boneless and skinless chicken thighs
  • 4 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 tbsp avocado oil
  • 4 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 lb baby bella mushrooms, sliced thick
  • 1 lb baby bella mushrooms, sliced thick
  • 1 lb baby bella mushrooms, sliced thick
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tbsp tamari
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
  • 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp salt
  • pepper
  • pepper
  • pepper
  • parsley
  • parsley
  • parsley

Equipment

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Tips

  • Do not salt the mushrooms and onions too early; they will sweat and steam instead of browning.
  • Serve over mashed potatoes, quinoa, or pasta.