Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken Recipe
Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken is a delectable one-pan dish featuring tender sliced chicken breasts cooked with sautéed mushrooms and spinach in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe blends savory flavors and creamy textures to create a comforting meal that can be served over pasta or enjoyed on its own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Mushrooms & Sauce
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped spinach
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is browned on both sides and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Cook for a few minutes until they become tender and slightly browned. Remove the mushrooms and set them aside with the chicken.
- Prepare the Sauce: Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant and tender, about 1 minute. Whisk in the flour continuously until the mixture thickens slightly, forming a roux.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and grated parmesan cheese. Add garlic powder, black pepper, and salt, stirring continuously to blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Add Spinach and Simmer: Stir in the chopped spinach and let the sauce simmer until it starts to thicken and the spinach wilts, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
- Combine Chicken and Mushrooms: Return the cooked chicken and mushrooms to the skillet, coating them well with the creamy sauce. Heat through for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Serve: Serve the creamy parmesan garlic mushroom chicken hot, optionally over pasta, rice, or your preferred side dish to soak up the delicious sauce.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced chicken breasts to reduce cooking time and ensure even cooking.
- Heavy cream will give a richer sauce, but half and half can be used for a lighter option.
- Grated parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty flavor; freshly grated is best.
- Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to enjoy the creamy sauce fully.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasonings to taste, especially if using salted butter or broth.
- Fresh spinach is recommended, but you can substitute with frozen spinach, thawed and drained.