Description
Creamy Chicken Mushroom is a delightful dish that effortlessly combines rich flavors and creamy textures, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes and features tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious sauce of garlic, creamy parmesan, and fresh spinach. It pairs beautifully with rice or pasta, allowing you to customize your meal to suit any palate. Whether you’re looking for a comforting dinner option or an elegant entrée to impress guests, this one-skillet wonder delivers restaurant-quality taste right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 skinless boneless chicken thighs
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear chicken thighs until golden brown (4-5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté sliced mushrooms in the same skillet until soft. Remove from pan.
- Melt butter in the skillet, add minced garlic, then stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, and parmesan. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Return chicken and mushrooms to the pan; simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in fresh spinach just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 157mg