Name: Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons flour; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter divided; 8 oz mushrooms sliced; 3 garlic cloves minced; ¼ cup dry white wine; ½ cup low sodium chicken stock; 1 cup heavy cream; ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese; Fresh thyme, chives, parsley for garnish

This is such a great Creamy Mushroom Chicken – it infuses the sauce with savoury flavour as well as making the meat extra juicy! Particularly great for chicken breast though it can be used for any cut.

Use it for a quick 30 minute dinner, though it’s even better if you can serve it with crusty bread!

99% of the time I make this mushroom chicken, it’s an emergency eek, gotta make dinner before everyone gets hangry! type situation.

And therein lies the beauty of this recipe. It’s the quick-fix for any night of the week, and there’s tons of substitution options so you can make it anytime without having to run out to the shops.

It’s creamy with a hint of garlic, and makes the chicken extra juicy which is especially great for a cozy meal.

Ingredients in Creamy Mushroom Chicken

This ingredient lineup keeps things practical while still feeling indulgent.

How to make Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Everything cooks in one pan and flows naturally from step to step.

1. Prepare the chicken

Slice each chicken breast horizontally into thin cutlets. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper so the flavor starts early.

2. Lightly coat

Sprinkle flour over the chicken and coat evenly, shaking off extra. This step helps with browning and thickens the sauce later.

3. Sear the chicken

Melt two tablespoons butter in a wide pan over medium heat. Add chicken and cook three to four minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate.

4. Cook the mushrooms

Add remaining butter to the pan. Stir in mushrooms and cook until softened and lightly browned. Add garlic and cook one minute until fragrant.

5. Deglaze the pan

Pour in white wine and stir, scraping up the flavorful bits. Let it simmer until reduced by half.

6. Build the sauce

Add chicken stock and cream. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.

7. Finish with cheese

Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

8. Bring it together

Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer a few minutes until heated through.

How to serve Creamy Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Mushroom Chicken loves simple sides that soak up sauce. Mashed potatoes turn this into pure comfort, while rice keeps things cozy and familiar. Pasta works beautifully when tossed directly in the sauce.

Vegetables fit nicely alongside this dish. Steamed green beans, roasted broccoli, or sautéed spinach balance the richness without stealing attention. A slice of warm bread always earns a spot at the table since the pan rarely comes back clean.

Recipe Tips

Slice chicken evenly so it cooks at the same pace.
Let mushrooms brown before stirring too much to deepen flavor.
Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer to avoid separation.
Grate Parmesan fresh for smoother melting.
Taste before serving since cheese adds salt naturally.