SMOTHERED CHICKE…ON AND MUSHROOMS

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Difficulty Level: Easy

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 oz mushrooms, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Season Chicken:
   • Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. Sear Chicken:
   • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear on both sides until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Onion and Garlic:
   • In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
4. Cook Mushrooms:
   • Add sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and become golden brown.
5. Add Herbs and Deglaze:
   • Stir in dried thyme and rosemary. Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any flavorful bits.
6. Simmer and Add Cream:
   • Reduce heat to medium-low, return the seared chicken to the skillet, and pour in heavy cream. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. Check for Seasoning:
   • Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper.
8. Garnish and Serve:
   • Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired. Serve the smothered chicken with mushrooms over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.
9. Enjoy Your Smothered Chicken with Mushrooms!
   • Serve this creamy and flavorful dish hot, and enjoy the comforting combination of chicken and mushrooms.

Note:

• Feel free to customize the herbs and spices based on your preference.
• If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a bit more chicken broth or cream.