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Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken for a Cozy Family Dinner Delight

This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe offers an irresistible, comforting taste that your family will adore.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large Chicken Breasts Cut into thinner cutlets for even cooking.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Flour Used for dredging.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped for vegetable oil.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Adds richness.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms (Cremini or White) Fresh is best.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Complements garlic and mushrooms.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh, minced.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Opt for low-sodium varieties.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Brightens flavors.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Introduces a tangy twist.
  • 1 cup Heavy/Whipping Cream Creates a luxurious texture.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut each large chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four thin cutlets. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cutlets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Melt butter in the same skillet, add mushrooms and Italian seasoning, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard, then bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream. Return chicken and mushrooms to the skillet, simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately with delicious sauce over the chicken.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve hot and consider incorporating fresh spinach or peas for added nutrition.

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