Chicken with Port and Mushrooms

Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken with Port and Mushrooms:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 200g mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
• 1 cup port wine
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the Aromatics and Mushrooms:
   • In the same skillet, add butter. Once melted, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their juices and become golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Make the Sauce:
   • Pour in the port wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits.
   • Add the chicken broth and thyme, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
   • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reduced slightly.
4. Finish the Sauce:
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet once again and set aside.
   • Stir in the heavy cream, and let the sauce simmer for another 5 minutes until it thickens. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
5. Serve:
   • Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat.
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve the Chicken with Port and Mushrooms over mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta to soak up the delicious sauce. Pair it with a green vegetable like steamed broccoli or sautéed green beans for a complete meal. Enjoy!