Imagine a dish so luxuriously creamy and packed with flavor that it'll make your taste buds dance with joy! This American-style Creamy Chicken and Mushrooms recipe is the ultimate comfort food that transforms ordinary ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal in just 35 minutes. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary enthusiast, this recipe promises to deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort, making it your new go-to dinner solution that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, boneless
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes hot.
- Place chicken thighs skin-side down (if applicable) and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook an additional 4-5 minutes.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a clean plate, keeping warm.
- In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer the sauce for 5-6 minutes until it starts to thicken slightly.
- Return chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy mushroom sauce.
- Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, ensuring chicken is heated through and sauce is bubbling.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot, spooning extra sauce and mushrooms over the chicken.
Tips
- Pat the chicken thighs completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and better browning.
- Don't rush the mushroom sautéing process - letting them release their moisture and caramelize adds deep flavor.
- Use fresh thyme if possible for a more vibrant herb taste.
- Keep the heat at medium-low when simmering the sauce to prevent separation and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- For extra richness, you can add a splash of white wine when deglazing the pan before adding broth.
- Let the chicken rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving to absorb maximum flavor.
- Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta to soak up the delicious creamy sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 488kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 44g
Saturated Fat: 19g
Cholesterol: 155mg
