Few dishes are as comforting and elegant as Tender Chicken Breast in a Rich Garlic Mushroom Cream Sauce. With juicy, pan-seared chicken simmered in a velvety sauce of garlic, mushrooms, and cream, this meal turns any dinner into a restaurant-worthy experience. Perfect for weeknights yet special enough for guests, this dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
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🍗 Why You’ll Love It
Creamy, garlicky sauce that feels luxurious
Ready in just 30 minutes
Uses simple, everyday ingredients
Pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread
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🧄 Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 large chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs total), halved horizontally
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
For the Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely diced
4–5 garlic cloves, minced
8 oz (225 g) mushrooms, sliced (white, cremini, or baby bella)
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
½ cup (120 ml) chicken broth
¼ cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional for depth)
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or thyme
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🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics
In the same pan, add 2 tablespoons of butter. Sauté onion for 2–3 minutes until soft, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the Mushrooms
Toss in the sliced mushrooms and cook for 5–7 minutes until they’re browned and tender, releasing their juices.
5. Make the Cream Sauce
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the pan. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan, and Dijon mustard. Simmer gently for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
6. Combine & Simmer
Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Let it simmer for 3–5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
7. Garnish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley or thyme. Serve hot with your favorite side.
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🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve over buttery mashed potatoes or garlic pasta
Spoon sauce over steamed rice or quinoa
Pair with sautéed spinach, green beans, or roasted asparagus
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💡 Tips & Variations
Add a splash of white wine before the cream for extra flavor.
Use boneless chicken thighs for a juicier version.
Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
Add **spinach
Tender Chicken Breast in a Rich Garlic Mushroom Cream
