Description
A quick one-pan meal with tender chicken in a rich cream sauce, sautéed mushrooms, and aromatic herbs. Ready in 30 minutes, this elegant yet simple dinner delivers restaurant-quality flavor without advanced skills.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, sliced
1 cup button mushrooms, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and heat a skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil
Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear for 5 minutes per side until golden and transfer to oven
Add butter, onion, mushrooms, and garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened
Sprinkle flour and whisk in milk and cream, bringing to a simmer
Stir in Dijon mustard, thyme, and Parmesan; return chicken to the pan to simmer for 5 minutes
Notes
Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for juiciness
Swap mushrooms with zucchini or bell peppers for a different twist
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry then Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg