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Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms

Creamy Chicken with Mushrooms is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with earthy mushrooms in a velvety sauce, perfect for family dinners or a cozy evening in.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 375
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces thin-sliced chicken cutlets (from 2 breasts) Use thin slices for quicker cooking.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking) Use more if needed.
  • to taste salt and pepper Generous pinches.
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder Divided between the chicken cooking stages.
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced Adds flavor and aroma.
  • 1 pound baby bella mushrooms, cleaned and sliced Earthy flavor adds depth to the dish.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Enhanced garlic flavor.
  • ¾-1 cup chicken broth Adjust for desired sauce thickness.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For thickening the sauce.
  • ¼-½ cup half and half Avoid reduced fat to prevent curdling.
  • ¼ teaspoon dried thyme Adds herbal flavor.
  • to taste fresh sprigs of thyme or diced fresh parsley leaves For garnish.

Method
 

Cooking Chicken
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and ensure it coats the pan.
  2. Lay the chicken cutlets in the skillet, seasoning with salt, pepper, and half of the garlic powder. Cook for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Flip the chicken cutlets, season the other side with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then cook for another 3 minutes until golden.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside; it can be slightly undercooked.
Cooking Vegetables
  1. Add finely diced onion to the skillet and stir for about 2 minutes until softened.
  2. Add sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, stirring well, and cook for another 5 minutes until mushrooms are tender.
Making the Sauce
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken broth and flour until smooth.
  2. Pour the chicken broth mixture into the skillet with mushrooms and onions. Add ¼ cup of half and half and dried thyme, stirring to combine.
  3. Increase creaminess by adding more half and half or thinner consistency with additional chicken broth.
Final Assembly
  1. Add chicken cutlets back into the skillet along with any juices. Allow the sauce to simmer for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens.
  2. Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs over your choice of side dish.

Notes

To keep chicken juicy, avoid overcooking it initially. You can substitute half and half with heavy cream for a richer sauce. Consider adding fresh thyme for an extra flavor boost.