Mushroom Chicken

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the chicken breasts.
  2. 2Place the chicken on a hot skillet with oil and butter.
  3. 3Sear chicken 4-5 minutes on one side.
  4. 4Flip the chicken breasts and cook another 4 minutes until golden and juicy.
  5. 5Season chicken with salt and black pepper. Remove and let rest.
  6. 6Smash and mince the garlic.
  7. 7Melt butter in the same skillet. Add the garlic, sauté 30 seconds.
  8. 8Slice the mushrooms thick. Add mushrooms to the skillet.
  9. 9Stir and cook mushrooms about 5 minutes, until tender.
  10. 10Pour in heavy cream and simmer until the sauce thickens.
  11. 11Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
  12. 12Return the chicken to the skillet and let it warm in the sauce for a few minutes.
  13. 13Sprinkle Parmesan over the top.
  14. 14Chop fresh parsley.

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • garlic, smashed and minced
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced thick
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley, chopped

Equipment

skillet

Tips

  • Fresh garlic makes the whole kitchen smell amazing.
  • Save this recipe and cook it soon.
  • Garlic makes this dish extra special. You can swap for garlic powder, but nothing beats the aroma of fresh garlic hitting the skillet and filling the kitchen with that cozy homemade vibe.
  • This is one of my go-to family dinners — simple ingredients, minimal cleanup, and maximum flavor.