Chicken with Mushrooms for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless skinless chicken breasts: 2 pounds
• Cremini mushrooms: 1 pound, sliced
• Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
• White wine: 1 cup
• Chicken broth: 2 cups
• Heavy cream: 1 cup
• Dijon mustard: 2 tablespoons
• Fresh thyme: 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
• Salt and black pepper: To taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

45 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season chicken with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides. Remove chicken from skillet and reserve.
3. Add mushrooms to skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and continue cooking for 1 minute.
4. Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, scraping the bottom of the skillet to dissolve any browned bits.
5. Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Return chicken to skillet and cook until cooked through, about 10 minutes.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Add to skillet and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1/8 of recipe

Calories: 370 Fat: 15g Carbohydrates: 15g Protein: 30g

Dish Characteristics:

• Creamy and flavorful sauce
• Tender and juicy chicken
• Earthy and aromatic mushrooms
• Perfect for a special occasion or dinner party

User Comments:

• "This dish is absolutely perfect! The sauce is rich and creamy, and the chicken and mushrooms are cooked to perfection."
• "I was so impressed with this recipe. It's easy to make, but it tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant."
• "This is now my go-to recipe for chicken with mushrooms. It's a crowd-pleaser every time."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use a large enough skillet so that the chicken and mushrooms have room to cook without overcrowding.
• Don't overcook the chicken, as it will become tough.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth.
• Serve with your favorite pasta, such as fettuccine or penne.