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Pan-seared chicken breasts in a creamy mushroom and garlic sauce topped with fresh parsley

Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

  1. Season chicken halves with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet and sear for 5 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  4. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5 minutes until browned and moisture has evaporated.
  6. Add minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  8. Simmer the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes until it begins to thicken.
  9. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and dried thyme until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  10. Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the meat, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.