Tender pan-seared chicken breasts in a rich garlic mushroom cream sauce—comforting, one-pan, and perfect for a weeknight or special meal.
2 large chicken breasts, halved or pounded
8 oz cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/3 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp butter
Fresh parsley, for garnish
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and optional paprika. Sear in olive oil and butter until golden and cooked. Remove and set aside.
In same pan, sauté mushrooms in butter until browned. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
Deglaze with wine or broth. Simmer 2 minutes.
Add cream, Parmesan, and thyme. Simmer until thickened.
Return chicken and simmer 2–3 minutes more. Garnish with parsley.
For extra richness, add 1 tbsp cream cheese. Serve with mashed potatoes, cauliflower mash, or green vegetables.