Description
A flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken simmered with mushrooms, onions, and a splash of cream.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 medium onion (yellow or white)
- 3 cloves garlic (fresh)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or butter)
- 1 cup seasonal vegetables (like spinach or bell peppers)
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (thyme or parsley)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth (or a splash of cream)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by trimming excess fat and patting it dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- Sauté the onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for another 30 seconds.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Prepare the mushrooms in the same skillet, adding more oil if needed, and sauté until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Combine the cooked chicken with mushrooms, veggies, and broth. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Finish with fresh herbs and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Plate the Mushroom Chicken warm and spoon sauce over the top to serve.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with rice or mashed potatoes to soak up the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Mushroom Chicken, Comfort Food, Weeknight Dinner