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Easy chicken dinner with garlic and mushrooms in a skillet

Easy Chicken Dinner with Garlic and Mushrooms

A quick and easy one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken breasts in a creamy garlic and mushroom sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Boneless and skinless recommended
  • 2 cups mushrooms, sliced Any variety of mushrooms can be used
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with a lighter alternative if desired
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • to taste salt Season according to preference
  • to taste pepper Season according to preference
  • for garnish fresh parsley Chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the mushrooms and garlic, and sauté until the mushrooms are soft and golden, about 5 minutes.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Leftovers stay fresh in the fridge for 3-4 days; can be frozen for about a month. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove.