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Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken: Quick Comfort Food Bliss

Creamy Mushroom Chicken brings comfort and flavor in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Cut thin for quick cooking
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • ½ cup Flour Use gluten-free flour if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or ghee for a dairy-free option
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (Cremini or White)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Fresh herbs can be used instead
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Can swap with white wine
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Can be omitted or replaced
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Light cream can reduce calories

Equipment

  • skillet
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thinner cutlets, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge the chicken in flour and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Transfer the chicken to a plate and keep warm after cooking.
  5. In the same skillet, add butter and sauté mushrooms with Italian seasoning until golden brown.
  6. Remove the mushrooms and add garlic to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds.
  7. Add chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream, mushrooms, and seared chicken, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 42gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days; freeze portions for up to 3 months.

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