Creamy Mushroom Chicken Skillet (Print Version)

Tender chicken and mushrooms bathed in a velvety Parmesan-Dijon sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Black pepper, to taste
04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon butter
06 - 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or ½ teaspoon dried thyme
09 - ½ teaspoon paprika
10 - 1 cup chicken broth
11 - 1 cup heavy cream
12 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
14 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

→ Optional Add-ins

15 - Spinach or kale, for extra greens
16 - Sautéed onions, for added sweetness
17 - Crushed red pepper flakes, for mild heat

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Season chicken breasts generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika to ensure flavor and a golden crust.
02 - Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Remove and set aside, covering loosely with foil to keep warm.
03 - In the same skillet, add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until browned and tender, stirring occasionally to incorporate the browned bits.
04 - Add minced garlic and fresh thyme to the mushrooms and sauté for an additional 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring not to burn the garlic.
05 - Pour in chicken broth, scraping the skillet's bottom to release browned bits. Reduce slightly, then add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth, thickened, and creamy. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
06 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce and mushrooms over the top. Simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors.
07 - Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for color and freshness. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a thicker sauce, allow it to simmer longer before reintroducing the chicken.
02 - Adjust seasonings like salt, pepper, and paprika to personal taste.

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