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Creamy Mushroom and Thyme Chicken Skillet

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A simple, comforting one-pan dinner featuring juicy chicken breasts in a luscious creamy mushroom and thyme sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), pounded to an even thickness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • Optional garnishes: fresh thyme sprigs, chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4-5 minutes until cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C). Remove chicken and tent with foil. (Total 10-12 minutes)
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons butter to the skillet and melt. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 6-7 minutes until golden and moisture evaporates.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and fresh thyme leaves. Cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping browned bits from pan. Add heavy cream and stir. Reduce heat to low and simmer 3-4 minutes to thicken. Stir in Parmesan cheese if using.
  6. Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon sauce over top. Warm together for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  7. Taste sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs or chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken breasts thoroughly before searing for a golden crust. Cook mushrooms slowly to evaporate moisture and avoid watery sauce. Use fresh thyme for best flavor. Keep heat low when simmering cream to prevent curdling. If sauce thickens too much, add more broth or cream to loosen. Pound chicken evenly for uniform cooking.

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