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Creamy Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken

Creamy Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken is made with chicken breasts, chicken broth, and mushrooms.

Prep
5 min
Cook
20 min
Total
25 min
Original yield
Serves 6
Ingredients
10 listed

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Estimating…
DinnerMain courseAmericanItalian AmericanChickenItalianPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less
Recipe categories & planning details
Meal type
Dinner · Main course
Primary protein
Chicken
Cuisine
American · Italian American · Italian
Preparation & total time
Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Keep the return step in order

Keep the removed ingredients ready to return at the specified step.

2. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

3. Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

Get to know the ingredients

boneless skinless chicken breasts

In the method: Add 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts and cook on each side until cooked through until no longer pink.

sliced mushrooms

In the method: Add 4 ounces sliced mushrooms and 3 whole garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender.

whole garlic cloves

In the method: Add 4 ounces sliced mushrooms and 3 whole garlic cloves to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes or until tender.

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Ingredients

Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.

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  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Ingredient noteSource: 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • Ingredient noteSource: 3 whole garlic cloves
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ cup chicken broth
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ cup heavy cream
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Ingredient noteSource: ½ teaspoon salt
  • Ingredient noteSource: ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • Ingredient noteSource: ¼ cup minced fresh herbs (thyme, sage, and rosemary)

How to make it

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The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve and enjoy!

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: In a medium skillet over medium-high heat add 2 tablespoons olive oil.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Keep the removed ingredients ready to return at the specified step.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Whisk for 2-3 minutes until the sauce starts to thicken.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 6. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: therecipecritic.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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