Indulge in the comforting flavors of Southern Creamy Mushroom Chicken, where succulent, golden-brown chicken breasts meet a rich, velvety mushroom sauce. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of salt, black pepper, and paprika, the chicken is lightly coated in flour and pan-seared to crispy perfection. The dish is elevated with tender cremini mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and a luxurious sauce made from chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner option that's as creamy as it is satisfying. Serve it alongside fluffy mashed potatoes, buttery rice, or crisp steamed vegetables for a complete Southern-inspired meal thatβs perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Dredge the seasoned chicken in the flour, shaking off any excess.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and the sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms are tender and golden.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sautΓ© for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth and deglaze the skillet by scraping the browned bits from the bottom with a wooden spoon. Let the broth simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the sauce over them, and let them simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
Calories |
2778 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 162.7 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.5 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 905 mg | 302% | |
| Sodium | 4200 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 250.1 g | 500% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 12.6 mg | 70% | |
| Potassium | 2969 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.