Description
Creamy White Wine Mushroom Chicken is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, velvety sauce. This recipe is perfect for any night of the week, offering a comforting meal that is both elegant and satisfying. The creamy white wine sauce, infused with earthy mushrooms and aromatic herbs, elevates the chicken to a new level of deliciousness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms (cremini or button)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat Oil: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and allow it to heat up.
- Sear Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are soft and browned.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour the white wine into the skillet, scraping the bottom to release any browned bits. Allow it to simmer for about 3-4 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Stir in Cream: Lower the heat and add the heavy cream and dried thyme. Stir until combined and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
- Return Chicken: Place the chicken back into the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Choose a good quality dry white wine for cooking.
- Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or oregano.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer longer after adding the cream.
- Consider adding Parmesan cheese or lemon juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: N/A