Cream of Mushroom Chicken Breasts

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🍄 Cream of Mushroom Chicken Breasts

📝 Description

Cream of Mushroom Chicken Breasts is a comforting, savory dish featuring tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. It’s an easy, one-pan recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a family dinner. The earthy mushrooms and creamy sauce pair beautifully with rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.

🕒 Prep & Cook Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

  • Total Time: 40 minutes

🍽 Servings

Serves: 4 people

🛒 Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of mushroom soup

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • ½ cup heavy cream or milk

  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (button or cremini)

  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning

  • Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken
    Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

  2. Sear the Chicken
    Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

  3. Prepare the Sauce
    In the same skillet, sauté onions and mushrooms for 3–4 minutes until softened.

  4. Make It Creamy
    Stir in cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, and seasoning. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.

  5. Cook the Chicken
    Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over the top, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

  6. Garnish & Serve
    Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve hot.

⭐ Notes

  • Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts for extra juiciness.

  • Homemade cream of mushroom soup can replace canned soup for a fresher flavor.

  • Sauce thickens as it cools.

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Pound chicken breasts evenly for uniform cooking.

  • Do not boil the sauce—gentle simmer keeps it creamy.

  • Add a splash of white wine for deeper flavor.

  • Serve with rice, egg noodles, quinoa, or roasted vegetables.

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 390 kcal

  • Protein: 36 g

  • Fat: 22 g

  • Carbohydrates: 10 g

  • Fiber: 1 g

  • Sodium: 720 mg

(Values vary based on ingredients used.)

🌿 Health Benefits

  • High in Protein: Supports muscle growth and satiety

  • Mushrooms: Rich in antioxidants and B vitamins

  • Comforting & Filling: Great for balanced, satisfying meals

  • Customizable: Can be made lighter using milk or low-fat soup

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I bake this instead of cooking on the stove?
A: Yes! Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes, covered.

Q: Can I freeze Cream of Mushroom Chicken?
A: Yes, but creamy sauces may slightly change texture. Freeze up to 2 months.

Q: How do I make it healthier?
A: Use low-fat cream of mushroom soup, milk instead of cream, and add more mushrooms.

Q: Is this recipe gluten-free?
A: Only if you use a gluten-free cream of mushroom soup.

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