Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Creamy Mushroom Chicken:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
   • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
   • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Cook the Mushrooms:
   • In the same skillet, melt the butter.
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are golden brown and have released their moisture, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add Garlic:
   • Add the minced garlic to the skillet with the mushrooms and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Make the Creamy Sauce:
   • Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth.
   • Add the grated Parmesan cheese, dried thyme, and dried oregano.
   • Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Combine Chicken and Sauce:
   • Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
   • Spoon some of the sauce over the chicken.
   • Simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
   • Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta.

Enjoy your delicious Creamy Mushroom Chicken!