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Chicken Breast with Mushrooms in a Creamy Sauce

A quick and easy recipe featuring tender chicken breast paired with sautéed mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 10.5 oz chicken breast Use boneless and skinless for ease.
  • 8.8 oz mushrooms (champignons), sliced Catch any variety you enjoy.
  • 2 tablespoons butter, divided Helps in cooking chicken and making sauce.
  • 0.6 cups heavy whipped cream (30-33% fat content) Creates a rich sauce.
  • 0.2 cups water Helps to thin the sauce.
  • 1 clove garlic, minced Add towards end to prevent burning.
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For frying the chicken.
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breast generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
Cooking
  1. Add the chicken breast to the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add the sliced mushrooms and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until they soften and release their juices.
  3. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, letting it melt and coat the mushrooms.
  4. Pour in the heavy whipped cream and water, stirring well. Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until it begins to thicken slightly.
  5. Add minced garlic and chopped parsley to the sauce, mixing to combine.
  6. Return the chicken breast to the pan, spooning the creamy mushroom sauce over the top. Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with more fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Ensure to not overcrowd the pan when cooking to achieve nice browning. Adjust seasoning to preference; a pinch of nutmeg can enhance the creamy sauce.