Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken is savory, scrumptious, and (best of all) simple to make! The mushrooms add to the meaty flavors, the chicken is perfectly cooked, and the creamy garlic sauce is rich and with just the right amount of sweetness. Topped with sharp cheese, Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken is perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels special.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- salt, to taste
- pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, washed and sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/4 cup parmesan, grated
- parsley, optional, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Season both sides of the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
Step 2 –Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3 –Add the tablespoon of cooking oil. Swirl the oil to coat the bottom of the skillet.
Step 4 –Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until golden brown on each side and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
Step 5 –Transfer the chicken to a plate and cover them with foil to keep warm.
Step 6 –Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté just until the garlic softens, about 1 minute.
Step 7 –Add the mushrooms and sauté until the mushrooms have wilted, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 8 –Add the chicken broth to the skillet and stir, making sure to scrape as you do so to incorporate all the browned bits off the bottom.
Step 9 –Add the half and half to the skillet and bring it up to a simmer.
Step 10 –Turn the heat down to medium-low and simmer the liquid, stirring often, for about 5 minutes.
Step 11 –Stir in the parmesan until it has melted.
Step 12 –Taste the sauce and season with salt and pepper.
Step 13 –Add the chicken back to the skillet, drench with the sauce, and heat over low until warmed through.
Step 14 –Top with fresh parsley for garnish and serve.
