Description
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and smothered in a rich, flavorful mushroom cream sauce made with garlic, Dijon mustard, and a touch of lemon juice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's a comforting and elegant dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Flour (for dredging)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Mushroom Sauce
- 12 ounces mushrooms (cremini or white, sliced)
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Cut your chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thinner cutlets. Season each piece with salt and pepper, then dredge them lightly in flour, coating evenly.
- Heat oil for cooking: Add olive oil to a skillet and heat it over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook the chicken: Place the floured chicken cutlets into the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Cook the mushrooms: Add butter to the same skillet and allow it to melt. Add the sliced mushrooms along with Italian seasoning. Cook the mushrooms, stirring occasionally, until their moisture evaporates and they achieve a nice sear.
- Remove mushrooms: Transfer the sautéed mushrooms from the pan to the chicken plate, keeping them warm.
- Make the sauce: Add minced garlic, chicken broth, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the skillet. Stir well until the mustard dissolves. Allow the mixture to reduce by half, which will take about 3-4 minutes.
- Finish with cream and combine: Pour in the heavy cream, then return the chicken and mushrooms to the pan. Let everything cook together for another 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
- For best results, use thin chicken cutlets to ensure even cooking and tender meat.
- You can substitute cremini mushrooms with white button mushrooms or other varieties like portobello for different flavors.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer a bit longer until desired consistency is reached.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, pasta, or crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.
- To lighten the recipe, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream, but the sauce may be less rich.
